Rachel C. Smith LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor

Based on my training and experience, here is what you can expect me to offer you in therapy: 

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Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy techniques: We will focus on how you relate to each other as a couple and the attachment strategies you each employ. We will explore the roles each of you plays in the relationship and the stuck points you have to establishing secure attachment. We will help you turn toward one other to create a secure and safe bond. 

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Gottmann Method: We will focus on reducing harmful communication patterns, develop conflict management skills, and work to increase empathy, affection, commitment, and intimacy

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Somatic based techniques: We will gain awareness of the language of your bodies by paying attention to body language, facial expressions, and nervous system responses. We will learn to attune to and regulate your own nervous system as well as learn how to co-regulate with your partner to increase a felt sense of safety and connection within your relationship.