Rachel C. Smith LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
314.810.7407
My caseload is currently full and I am unable to accept new clients.
If interested, please contact for waitlist options.
Couples Counseling in St. Louis, Missouri
Communication
Do you find the arguments are increasing in frequency? Are you finding yourselves consistently struggling to work toward conflict resolution? We can tackle and change those unhealthy patterns.
Emotional Intimacy
Are you wanting something more in your relationship? More connection? More intimacy? Achieving all of that and more is possible. I can help.
Unhealthy Attachment
Are you aware of unhealthy attachment patterns within your relationship? Maybe it's codependency or high levels of anxiety and distrust within the relationship? We can build a secure and loving foundation.
Betrayal
Have you experienced betrayal within your relationship? Are you wondering if it is possible to heal and rebuild? I am here to walk you through your uncertainties, heal, and determine what is best for your relationship.
How exactly can I help you?
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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