Elizabeth Celaya, AMFT

My passion in therapy is working with couples and relationships. I have studied mostly a differentiation based model for couples therapy following the work of David Schnarch, Terry Real, Ellen Bader, and Jennifer Finlayson-Fife. I have done some training in both the Crucible Method approach and Relational Life Therapy. Through my training I can help clients get out of gridlock, strengthen their relationship and create true intimacy.

Clients who come to see me are looking for a way out of the pain in their relationship. They want to belong to themselves and they want to belong to each other. Often clients who are in a difficult dynamic have a history together that they cherish, but have become stuck and feel helpless to change it. Given the right tools, clients are often surprised to find that what they want most is within their reach-they have just been going about it the wrong way. Creating a solid, lasting relationship with their partner becomes a reality through our work together. I believe that relationships grow just as humans do, and is a lifelong process. Given the right tools and resources, personal growth can lead us to better mental and relational health. I help relationships heal from conflict, emotional abuse, codependency, sexual problems, poor communication, and other states of regression. In my own relationships with those closest to me, I have experienced what it feels like to be "stuck." Through the guidance of skilled therapists and mentors, I have been able to grow myself up in ways that have really made a difference to those I love. I want to share what I have learned with you and support your journey towards greater love and health.