About

Making sense of your story to rewrite your future.

We help couples reconnect and individuals heal through EMDR, EFT, and attachment-based therapy.

Turning understanding into change you can see and feel.

A lot of the people we work with feel lost—couples struggling with trust or individuals overwhelmed by emotions they can’t quite name. Our role is to help you understand what’s really going on, from the patterns shaping your relationships to the emotions driving your decisions. With approaches like EMDR, EFT, CBT or other evidence-based models, we’ll dig out the “why” behind your experiences and build practical steps to move toward a life that feels lighter, calmer, and more manageable.

Meet the Team

Hi there, I’m Josh Marlar.

Attachment-based therapist for couples & individuals.

I help people make sense of the hard stuff—whether it’s couples struggling to reconnect or individuals feeling weighed down by anxiety or trauma. With a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, I specialize in highly effective methods like EFT, EMDR, and CBT..

My approach is grounded in understanding attachment and how our emotions shape the way we show up in life. Together, we’ll weed out the patterns that aren’t working, process what feels too big to handle alone, and create practical tools to help you move forward. My goal is simple: to help you feel clear, grounded, and more in control of your life.

Whether you’re rebuilding trust in your relationship or finding your own way forward, I’m here to help you make sense of your story and turn the page toward something better.

Esmeralda Huerta

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy - Associate
Supervised by Jeanie Bohall, LMFT-S, LPC-S

Are you in need of a supportive space where you can speak freely, process difficult emotions, and begin to heal? Life’s unexpected losses and transitions can leave us feeling lost, overwhelmed, or stuck in survival mode. If you are struggling with grief, relationship changes, or a sense of uncertainty about who you are beyond your past experiences, you don’t have to navigate this alone.

I believe that every person has a unique story to tell, and I would be honored to walk alongside you in yours. My therapeutic style is person-centered, relational, and attachment-based, meaning that I strive to create a compassionate and understanding environment where you feel heard and supported. You are the expert of your own life, and my role is to help you explore, process, and move forward in a way that aligns with your goals.

Many of the clients I work with are navigating grief and major life transitions—such as the loss of a loved one, divorce, or redefining themselves after years of putting others first. If you’ve been carrying the weight of unprocessed grief while focusing on survival, you may feel like something is missing, even as you achieve your goals. Together, we can work toward healing, self-discovery, and a renewed sense of peace and fulfillment.

If any of this resonates with you, I invite you to reach out. You don’t have to go through this journey alone.

Sherah Pettus

MFT Graduate Intern
Supervised by Jeanie Bohall, LMFT-S, LPC-S

For over five years, I worked as a life coach, helping individuals navigate challenges, set meaningful goals, and create fulfilling lives. While I loved supporting people in their personal growth, I realized that I needed more tools to truly help couples and individuals struggling with deeper emotional and relational wounds. That realization led me back to graduate school to pursue licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist, where I deepened my understanding of human connection, attachment, and the patterns that shape our relationships.

From a young age, I believed that two people could make a relationship work if they had open, honest conversations about what they wanted their marriage to look like. That belief led me on a journey to understand what truly enriches relationships and helps people build meaningful connections. Along the way, I discovered Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)—a powerful approach that helps couples and individuals create deeper bonds, rebuild trust, and foster secure relationships.

In my work with couples, I focus on helping partners who love each other but feel a growing distance they can’t quite explain. Maybe life’s obligations—bills, careers, parenting—have taken over, and what once felt effortless now feels like hard work. You may long for deeper intimacy but feel uncertain about how to reconnect. Through EFT, I guide couples in transforming their communication and emotional connection, creating a more satisfying and fulfilling relationship.

For individuals, I integrate Somatic work alongside EFT, helping you tap into your inner wisdom and live a more authentic life. Our bodies hold deep knowledge, and learning to listen to those signals can be a powerful step toward healing, self-trust, and growth.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your relationship with your partner or yourself, I am passionate about helping you navigate the challenges of connection and trust so you can build the relationships you truly desire.

If you’re ready to take that step, I would be honored to work with you.

What guides our approach to therapy.

In every session, our goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and fully supported. These principles shape how I approach therapy for both couples and individuals:

Everyone’s story matters

Your experiences are unique, and therapy is about making sense of what’s shaped you.

Connection changes everything

Whether it’s with a partner or yourself, creating emotional safety is the foundation for growth.

Understanding unlocks change

Once you understand the patterns in your emotions and behavior, change becomes possible.

Compassion above all

We believe in creating a space where your feelings make sense—no matter how messy they feel.

Practical tools for real life

Therapy is about building strategies that create lasting change in how you feel and show up.

Growth takes patience

Healing isn’t immediate, but every step forward counts toward creating the life you want.

Therapies we specialize in.

We use evidence-based therapy methods like CBT, EFT, and EMDR to help you process emotions, restore trust, and move toward growth.

Attachment Therapy

Our early relationships shape how we connect with others today. Attachment therapy helps you understand these patterns, heal old wounds, and create healthier, more secure connections—whether with a partner, friends, or even yourself.

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

EFT digs into the emotions beneath conflict and distance in relationships. By understanding these deeper needs, you’ll learn to trust again, create emotional safety, and develop a stronger, more meaningful connection with your partner.

EMDR Therapy

Trauma can leave behind a lot of damage in its wake. EMDR helps you untangle painful memories, process overwhelming emotions, and reclaim clarity. The goal is to help you find freedom from the past so you can feel more at peace.

CBT Therapy

Sometimes our thoughts can be our biggest hurdles. CBT helps you challenge unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with healthier ones, giving you practical tools to get through life’s challenges with confidence and calm.

Am I the right therapist for you?

Therapy works best when there’s a good fit. I work with people ready to face what’s holding them back—whether it’s in their relationships or within themselves. Here’s how to know if we might be a good match:

We could be a good fit if:

You want to understand your emotional patterns and triggers.
You’re ready to work through what’s keeping you stuck.
You want to rebuild trust and connection in your relationship.
You value compassion and clarity in your therapy experience.
You’re open to evidence-based methods like EMDR and EFT.
You’re committed to creating meaningful change in your life.

Maybe not if:

You’re looking for quick fixes instead of deep understanding.
You prefer to avoid exploring emotions and thought patterns.
You’re not ready to actively engage in the therapy process.
You prefer a rigid therapy approach.
You want results without investing in personal growth.
You’re unwilling to examine what’s beneath the surface.

Let’s start writing your next chapter.

Whether it’s for yourself or your relationship, I’ll guide you through what’s holding you back and help you move toward a stronger, happier, more satisfied “you”.