Don’t Sabotage

This Relationship

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Take the First Step Today

Stop sacrificing yourself.

Stop sabotaging what matters.

Start the work that actually creates lasting change.

What Happens Next?

1. Call (510) 556-1282 for your free consultation.

2. Discuss what you’re experiencing and whether this approach is right for you.

3. Schedule your first session if we’re a good fit.

100% Secure & Confidential

All sessions are conducted in complete confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and professional ethics.

Payments & Services

Services are billed session-by-session or in packages.

We provide superbills for insurance reimbursement, and accept HSA/FSA.

No hidden fees — all costs are explained before you begin.

You’re Trapped in an Impossible Choice

You care deeply about your partner and want this relationship to work, but you’re torn between two painful options:

Option 1: Shrink yourself to keep the peace.

You back down to avoid another argument. You say you’re fine when you’re not. You start letting go of the things that make you you – your hobbies, your voice, your joy – just to make things easier. The relationship stays intact, but you start disappearing inside it.

You feel small, resentful, and tired of being the one who always bends.

Option 2: Stand your ground and brace for impact.

You speak up, you try to be honest about what’s not working… but it always turns into a fight. You both say things you don’t mean. You end up defending yourself instead of feeling understood.

The more you try to be heard, the more distant you both become.

Neither Option Feels Right

And neither gets you what you really want: closeness, understanding, and peace.

Underneath it all, something deeper is happening.

One of you reaches for connection while the other pulls away for safety.

Old hurts resurface.

You both start reacting to the past instead of the present.

And before you know it, you’re repeating patterns that leave you lonely – even when you’re together.

There’s Another Way

What if you didn’t have to choose between yourself and your relationship?

What if you could be creative and collaborative in partnership – developing a deep bond with your partner, built on trust and open communication, where you’re free to be yourself, pursue your vision, and show up for each other in ways that fill you both up?

It’s not a fantasy.

Phase 1:

Getting to the Root

Phase 3:

Sustaining and Integrating

With safety restored, we strengthen what’s been missing – trust, respect, and emotional closeness.

You’ll practice new ways of communicating and connecting that actually last.

This is where your relationship starts to feel like home again.

What Other Couples Are Saying

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Caroline is a deeply compassionate therapist and healer. When working with her I was surprised how quickly she drew my attention to parts of myself that I didn’t realize were important to look at or were even there in the first place! She is a therapist and healer that knows what she is doing. Highly recommend!

Ansley F.

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We thought that we didn’t really need this kind of support in our relationship. However, the tools Caroline has given us are now a part our day to day. The depth of Caroline’s knowledge and the way she presents are very effective.

Julie and Dave

It wasn’t until recently that I was so burdened from helping others, and I knew I had to stop or learn a different way of life. Even though I pride myself on always being there for my people, this time the weight of it all was too much to handle. Caroline is genuine, down to earth, caring soul who sincerely wants to help others live their best life! She has the knowledge, training, credentials, tools, and heart to do it successfully. I have told so many about my positive, life changing experience Caroline. Don’t wait – I highly recommend reaching out to her!

J.D.

What makes attachment-based couples therapy different? ▾

Attachment-based therapy addresses the root causes – the patterns formed in childhood that show up in your adult relationships. Instead of just learning communication scripts, you’ll heal the nervous system patterns and attachment wounds driving your reactions. This creates lasting change, not temporary fixes.

How is this different from regular couples counseling? ▾

This approach is designed specifically for highly sensitive, creative couples. It integrates attachment theory with somatic work, energy healing, and parts work. We go deeper than surface-level conflict resolution to address what’s happening in your body, your nervous system, and your attachment patterns.

Who is this therapy for? ▾

This work is for couples where both partners are willing to look inward and do the healing work. It’s especially suited for highly sensitive, creative, empathic people who value emotional depth and authenticity. You should be located in Colorado or California for legal/licensing reasons.

What if my partner is resistant to therapy? ▾

It’s common for one partner to be more hesitant initially. The free consultation often helps both partners feel comfortable with the process. Both partners must be willing to participate for couples therapy to be effective.

How long does couples therapy take? ▾

Every couple is different. The three-phase framework typically unfolds over several months to a year, depending on your specific situation and goals. We’ll discuss realistic timelines in your initial consultation.

What are your rates and do you take insurance? ▾

Couples sessions are $250 per session. I am an out-of-network provider and do not accept insurance panels, but I can provide superbills for potential reimbursement from your insurance company.

It’s What Happens When You Heal at the Root

When you address the core attachment wounds each of you carries…

When you learn to self-regulate instead of react…

When your connection doesn’t threaten your wholeness…

Your relationship transforms from a source of anxiety into a source of creativity and growth.

That’s What I Offer in Couples Therapy

Together, we’ll:

Get to the root cause of your anxious pursuit or emotional withdrawal – not just the symptoms showing up on the surface.
Work with your body, nervous system, and attachment patterns – not just your thoughts.
Create space for the emotional depth and creativity you both bring to life.

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Stop the cycle of anxious pursuit and emotional withdrawal.

Expert Couples Therapy Gives You Autonomy AND Connection

Build Wholeness within Yourself While Deepening Intimacy with Your Partner

Once we understand what’s underneath, we begin to heal it.

You’ll learn to soothe your own wounds with compassion and respond to each other with empathy instead of reactivity.

This is where real transformation begins.

We don’t treat symptoms – we get curious about what’s really happening beneath the surface.

Together, we’ll uncover each partner’s patterns, histories, and triggers to understand what’s truly driving the conflict.

This phase is about clarity – seeing what’s real, not just what feels real.

Phase 2:

Tending and Nurturing