Welcome
Every person I work with has strengths to help them recover from anxiety, depression, or relationship problems. Discovering these assets, combined with practicing new strategies, can provide a path towards recovery.

Anxiety and Depression
Anxiety and depression are treatable conditions. Without treatment, they can wreak havoc by producing overwhelming worries, lack of motivation, and crushing negative thoughts. The tendency to avoid situations that trigger anxiety is understandable, but problematic. Over time, avoidance intensifies the very sensations you are trying to get rid of.

An equally understandable, but counter-productive reaction to depression can also occur. Dark moods, fatigue and painful negative thoughts can lead to retreating from life. The retreat then makes the depression worse.

Please know that there are many things that we can do to help you reclaim your life. One powerful strategy is to clarify how distorted thinking patterns are fueling anxiety and depression. When these patterns are replaced with more reasonable – and truthful – thoughts, you can feel better.

Relationship Problems
When it comes to relationships, few people have ever been shown how to relate effectively, especially during tough times. Because of this, I feel for people who are trying hard to make their relationship work when all along they are without important skills and workable guidelines.

My expertise in this area comes partially from my own long-term marriage. Perhaps like you, I too had early role models that steered me into marital trouble. After study and working hard to change old patterns, I gratefully realize many things that can be done to build love, respect and happiness in a marriage.

I am a Level 3 trained therapist in the Gottman Method, a highly researched and heartfelt method of helping couples improve their relationship.

Is couples counseling good for all partners who are struggling? No, some relationship issues, such as domestic violence, addictions, and serious mental illness require other specialized treatment. But, for many, participating in couples counseling can be the beginning of creating the life you want with your partner.

If you have any questions regarding therapy, please feel free to call me at 619-840-3114.

Connie Fox, LMFT
connie@conniefox.com