Thriving relationships are essential to human well-being.

Dove Garvan is a couples therapy specialist who helps lovers of all stripes untangle tricky communication knots and get back to the fun and juicy parts of partnership.

She facilitates educational, experiential and empowering sessions online and in person in Northeast Portland, Oregon.

Why invest in couples therapy? There are so many life-changing reasons!

When we feel solidly connected with our romantic partners, we can be highly resilient no matter what life throws our way.

When communication is flowing again, we are more able to access and manifest our greatest gifts, like creativity, nurturance, expression and mastery.

When we are communicating with love, respect and use of effective tools, everyone in our orbit, including our children, learn to do the same by watching us interact with our partners.

Let’s get started creating a better climate in your partnership no matter where you learned to communicate originally.

If you’re in danger of harming yourself or someone else, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If you’re in an emotional crisis, try these options: Multnomah County Crisis Line: (503) 988-4888; National Crisis Support:

Lifeline Chat & Text- Call or Text 988