Relational Life Therapy
In-person therapy in Greenville, Mauldin & Simpsonville
Online therapy throughout South Carolina
Stop the Spiral. Start the Repair.
It might feel like you’re stuck in the same argument on repeat—one of you pushes, the other pulls away, tempers rise, and small issues turn into big ones. Underneath that, you’re wanting to feel respected and heard, to talk about the hard stuff without hurting each other, to ask for what you need without a blowup, and to rebuild trust after past hurts.
Relational Life Therapy (RLT)—Clear, Direct, and Deeply Respectful
I practice Relational Life Therapy (RLT), a model founded by Terry Real that blends compassionate truth-telling with practical tools for repair. RLT helps partners move from old, protective “Adaptive Child” patterns into their functional “Wise Adult” selves, so respect, accountability, and closeness can grow. We name the dynamics (one-up/one-down, withdrawal, retaliation, control), coach new moves in the moment, and build a culture of Full-Respect Living at home. Sessions feel active, structured, and hopeful—because you’ll leave with language and steps you can actually use.
What RLT Looks Like in Session
Map the cycle fast:
We identify the stuck pattern and each person’s part without blame.
Truth with love:
I coach direct, respectful dialogue that balances accountability and care.
Repair scripts & boundaries:
You’ll practice concrete language for rupture, repair, and limits.
In-session coaching:
Brief role-plays and live feedback to hard-wire new relational habits.
Take-home practices:
Short, doable exercises to sustain gains between sessions.
How It Works
Start here
Complete the short form below, and I’ll reach out within 1–2 business days to begin the process.
Free consult
We’ll schedule a no-cost 15–20 minute call to clarify your goals, confirm fit, and outline our first steps.
Final step
If it’s a match, you’ll sign the intake paperwork and schedule your first session—then we get to work.
Why Work With Me
I’m a Certified RLT Therapist and RLT Boot Camp Facilitator having completed the highest level of advanced training through the Relational Life Institute with Terry Real himself. Additionally, I had the honor of presenting at the 2025 RLT Conference and adjunct teaching RLT, EFT, and Gottman Method at Converse University.
My style is warm, structured, and direct—I pair meticulous attention to detail with an unwavering commitment to equity, LGBTQ+ affirmation, and Full-Respect Living. I integrate RLT with elements of EFT/Gottman when helpful, but I keep the work focused on what changes patterns now. Together, we’ll turn insight into skill—and skill into a steadier, more connected relationship.
