Trauma & Relationship
Therapy in Rancho Cordova, CA
If you are in Rancho Cordova and struggling with trauma, relationship challenges, or a deep sense that something needs to shift, therapy can be the first step toward real change. Whether you are navigating the stress of a growing career along the Hwy 50 corridor or seeking a sense of calm near the American River Parkway, I provide a safe and grounded space for meaningful growth. I specialize in Brainspotting, Sex Therapy, and attachment-based work, helping individuals and couples look beneath the surface to build a life that feels more connected and intentional. You do not have to navigate these transitions alone.
Common concerns I help with
• Trauma and PTSD
• Anxiety and worry
• Relationship and communication issues
• Attachment wounds
• Codependency and boundary-setting
• Low self-worth and self-esteem
How I work
Brainspotting is a relatively newer therapeutic technique, but it has already shown powerful results for people working through trauma and emotional pain. The basic idea is that where you look can affect how you feel. By identifying a specific point in your visual field that connects to a deeper emotional experience, I can help guide your brain through a natural healing process.
You do not need to talk through every detail of what happened to you for brainspotting to work. In fact, one of the reasons people find it so helpful is that it can reach experiences that are difficult or impossible to put into words. If you have carried something for a long time and traditional talk therapy has not been enough, brainspotting may be worth exploring.
Attachment theory is at the core of how I work with most of my clients. The idea is simple: the way we learned to connect, or not connect, with the people closest to us when we were young directly shapes how we show up in relationships as adults.
If you grew up in an environment where your emotional needs were not consistently met, you may have developed patterns like people-pleasing, withdrawing when things get close, or feeling anxious in relationships. These patterns are not flaws. They were survival strategies. But they do not have to run your life forever. Through therapy, we can help you build what is called a secure attachment, which means learning to trust yourself and others in a way that feels safe and grounded.
The Gottman method is one of the most well-researched approaches to couples therapy in the world. It was developed over decades of studying real couples and identifying the specific patterns that predict whether a relationship will thrive or struggle.
When I work with couples, I use Gottman principles to help partners understand each other better, communicate without it turning into a fight, and rebuild the emotional connection that may have faded over time. It is not about assigning blame. It is about giving both people in the relationship practical tools to do better together.
Cognitive behavioral therapy, often called CBT, is one of the most widely used and effective approaches in modern therapy. The core idea is that the way you think about a situation directly affects how you feel about it, and how you feel affects what you do. By identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns, you can start to break cycles of anxiety, depression, or low self-worth.
CBT is very practical. It gives you tools you can use outside of the therapy room, which means the work you do in sessions carries into your everyday life. If you are someone who likes to understand why you feel the way you feel and wants concrete steps to feel better, CBT is often a great fit.
Sex therapy is an area of practice that many people feel uncomfortable talking about, but it is an incredibly important part of overall mental and emotional health. The way we experience intimacy, desire, and connection in relationships is deeply tied to our sense of self-worth, our past experiences, and the way we learned about relationships growing up.
Whether you are dealing with questions about desire, navigating intimacy after trauma, or simply wanting to understand your own needs better, sex therapy provides a nonjudgmental space to explore those topics. There is no shame in seeking support in this area. In fact, addressing these concerns is often one of the most meaningful steps someone can take toward a healthier relationship with themselves and others.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is attachment-based therapy and how could it help?
Attachment-based therapy looks at how your earliest relationships shaped the way you connect with others today. Many of the patterns we carry into adulthood, including difficulty trusting others, fear of abandonment, or pulling away when things get close, trace back to those early experiences. By understanding your attachment style, we can work together to build healthier, more secure connections.
Can therapy help me with relationship problems?
Yes, whether you are in a relationship that feels stuck or you are noticing the same patterns showing up again and again, therapy can help you understand why and start to change it. I work with both individuals navigating relationship struggles and couples who want to work on things together.
What if I am not sure what I want to talk about?
That is more common than you might think. We could start by just talking about how you have been feeling in general, and from there naturally find the threads worth pulling on. You do not need to come in with a plan.
How often should I come to therapy?
Most clients start with weekly sessions, but we can adjust that based on what feels right for you. Some people prefer to meet every other week, especially as they get further along in their work. We can figure out the best rhythm together.
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