Trauma-Informed Couples Therapy in Greenville, SC & Online Across South Carolina
When your relationship feels stuck in the same painful patterns
We’ll slow things down, understand what’s really happening beneath the
surface, and create a new way forward, together.
Are you and your partner stuck in the same arguments, unable to break the cycle?
Have you completely stopped communicating with each other? Do you feel numb or ‘dead’ inside when you think of your relationship? Does intimacy feel unsatisfying or is it non-existent in your relationship?
If so, you’re not alone. And it doesn’t mean your relationship is beyond repair.
Hi, I’m Mary. Many couples come to me after trying traditional approaches that didn’t quite get to the root of what’s really going on.
Because often, it’s not just about communication—it’s about the deeper emotional patterns and past experiences shaping how you show up with each other.
My work is grounded in Developmental Couples Therapy, a trauma-informed approach that looks beneath the surface of conflict. Together, we explore how past relationships and life experiences may be influencing your current dynamic—so we can begin to shift the patterns of defensiveness, withdrawal, and disconnection.
Because how we show up with our partner isn’t random—it’s shaped by what we’ve been through. And when we take the time to understand and heal those deeper layers, real change becomes possible.
My Approach
I believe you are the expert in your own life and relationship.
My role is to guide and support you as we make sense of it together.
Our work together is collaborative and paced in a way that feels right for you.
In our sessions, we create space for honest, thoughtful exploration—looking at your emotional experiences, real-time responses, and the deeper feelings that may be harder to access or express.
This can include somatic awareness, reflection on how you’re experiencing situations in the moment, and open conversations about thoughts, emotions, and reactions as they arise.
Couples therapy often becomes two people doing individual work side by side—an opportunity for both relational and individual growth. I’ll meet you with care and honesty, and when the time feels right, gently encourage you to go deeper, especially in moments where you may feel stuck or blocked.
EMDR is a core part of my work, helping you process and heal the experiences that continue to shape how you feel, respond, and connect.
As you begin to heal individually, you create more space for clarity, connection, and ease together.
My Values
Non-judgmental,
compassionate support
You’ll be met with kindness, empathy, and genuine care—without needing to prove or earn your worth.
Balanced and
unbiased space
I hold space for both partners, ensuring each of you feels heard, supported, and not “ganged up on.”
Safety, trust, and integrity
Our work together is grounded in confidentiality, ethical care, and creating a space where you feel safe to explore openly.
Collaboration
and empowerment
I see you as the expert in your own life. We work together as partners, supporting your autonomy and honoring your pace.
Respect for your full story
Your cultural, historical, and personal experiences shape how you see yourself and your relationships. I approach our work with cultural humility, honoring the full context of your life and identity.
Belief in
your resilience
I don’t see you as broken. I see the strength it’s taken to get here—and the potential for growth, healing, and lasting change..
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Go beyond communication tips and get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck. This approach helps you understand the deeper patterns in your relationship so you can create real, lasting change together.
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If you’re feeling unsure about whether to stay or separate, this process offers space to slow down, reflect, and gain clarity – without pressure or immediate decisions.
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A trauma-focused approach that helps you process and heal from past experiences that may still be affecting your emotions, reactions, and relationships. EMDR supports lasting change by working with the brain and nervous system, not just thoughts.
How I Can Help
My Background
Licensure
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate
Trainings & Certifications
EMDR
Brainspotting Levels 1 & 2
Gottman Method (Level 1 Certified)
Specialized support that honors your individual healing and your relationship goals.
If you’re ready to create a new way forward, I’m here to support you.
