Attachment, Trauma & Couples Therapy
At Calming Currents Psychological Services, I provide attachment-based and trauma-informed therapy for individuals and couples who want to better understand the patterns that shape their emotions and behaviors, relationships, and sense of self. Many of the struggles we face in adulthood are rooted in early experiences of relationships, safety, and connection. You may notice yourself repeating patterns you don’t understand, struggling to trust others, feeling overwhelmed or confused by your emotions, or having difficulty feeling connected. You may have a sense that your past is impacting this, but are unsure why or what to do about it.
Using a blend of attachment and relational approaches, I help people better understand the “why” behind these patterns. These approaches encourage people to process their emotions by learning to experience them. I work with people to recognize and shift emotional and behavioral patterns to improve how they relate to themselves, others, and the world. After engaging in therapy with me, people are often able to find compassion for themselves and move forward from the past.
I provide virtual individual and couples therapy to Colorado. For couples, I offer therapy intensives and intensive intakes in addition to traditional weekly sessions. I am also pleased to offer nature-based therapy coming soon. Learn more about these offerings and the types of therapy I provide below.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR) is a trauma-focused therapy that helps individuals process and move on from distressing experiences. It is a unique approach that uses bilateral stimulation to help the brain naturally reprocess memories in an accelerated way that typically leads to significant healing. Using EMDR, people can work through traumatic experiences without having to spend hours recounting the details. I also use AF-EMDR, which is adapted to focus on processing attachment traumas, such as abusive or neglectful relationships with parents or caregivers.
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is great for people who experienced difficulties in the relationships with their parents or caregivers. It also works well for people who notice patterns of challenges in relationships in their life. This evidence-based approach helps individuals better understand and process emotions, and often leads to greater sense of self and security within relationships. EFT is used with individuals and couples to identify underlying emotional patterns and work towards more flexible ways of engaging with others, emotions, and experiences. If you ever felt unseen, unloved, or unsafe with those you depended on, this would likely be a great approach for you.
Using predominantly EFT and incorporating ideas from the Gottman Method, we work with couples or polycules to repair, strengthen, and deepen romantic connections. Whether you are navigating a relationship rupture, preparing for marriage, contemplating parting ways, experiencing sexual difficulties, or coming in with other concerns, Calming Currents Psychological Services can help. Couples and polycules grow deeper understanding of themselves and their partners, in addition to concrete skills needed to improve communication and connection.
Coming soon! Outdoor therapy, or walk and talk therapy, provides a unique mental health experience. By engaging in therapy while also incorporating movement and the outdoors, we can maximize the benefits of your session. Available only in Colorado, we can meet at a trail that is appropriate for you and your physical capabilities. Increase the amount of time you spend in nature by merging it with your weekly therapy session.
Reach out below to learn more about these services or to schedule an appointment.
Let’s Work Together
If you are interested in working with me, or want to know more about what Calming Currents Psychological Services can offer, feel free to reach out. You will receive a response within 2 business days to discuss next steps.