Tired of being the villain in your own home? Have you been shut out by your step children or has conflict gotten out of hand? Having endless arguments about the smallest things, whether you are blending two households or seeking a divorce. It can feel exhausting, lonely, and hopelessness can quickly set in. I can help your house feel like a home again! Building trust and connection takes time. I will help you slow down, listen to one another, communicate more effectively, & develop strategies that work for you, to move you from feeling overwhelming chaos to renew hope and empowerment.

My role is to help identify your current story, filled with problems, and change it to a new story that fosters respect, empathy, and effective communication. I believe every family has strengths, even when they can’t see them. We will identify your strengths and build on them to create the family and household you deserve.

Through my experience in blended families as a child and adult, I’ve seen the joys and growing pains that come with merging different histories, traditions, and parenting styles. As a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee, I am supervised by a licensed MFT. Meaning you receive the benefit of my focused attention and the guidance of an experienced clinician.

Specialty

  • Marital and Premarital

  • Parenting

  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • Adoption

  • Behavioral Issues

  • Child

  • Divorce

  • Life Transitions

  • Peer Relationships

  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

  • Relationship Issues

  • School Issues

  • Self Esteem

  • Stress

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160

  • Couple Sessions $160

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Shelby Valladares, MFT Intern