You don’t have to keep repeating the same patterns—there’s a way to understand what’s happening and respond differently.
Virtual therapy for adults and couples in Florida, Georgia, Virginia, and Wisconsin
Overwhelmed
Reactive
Disconnected
Stuck
Maybe you and your partner keep having the same conversation without anything really changing.
Maybe you notice yourself shutting down, overthinking, getting defensive, or feeling like you are carrying more than you can explain.
Maybe the stress of everyday life is starting to leave you feeling stuck and “over it”.
Something in you knows it is not just about “communicating better” or “learning more coping skills”.
There is more happening underneath the surface—and that is where we begin.
Maybe things look fine from the outside, but internally you feel…
Hi, I’m Misty.
I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist, and I focus on helping people understand what’s happening beneath the surface—both within themselves and in their relationships.
Therapy is actually my second career. Before this, I spent years working in business and that experience still shows up in how I work today. I tend to be practical and grounded, without losing sight of the emotional side of things.
Over the years, I’ve worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings with individuals, couples, and families. That range of experience has given me a deeper understanding of how patterns develop, how disconnection happens, and what it takes for things to actually shift.
I’ve sat alongside people in some of their most overwhelming and vulnerable moments. I’ve also worked with couples and families trying to find their way back to each other. Both continue to influence how I approach sessions now.
Whether I’m sitting with an individual or a couple, I’m paying attention to what’s happening beneath the reactions, the patterns that keep repeating, and how to help you respond in a way that creates something different.
Clients often tell me they feel more clear and less overwhelmed after sessions—not because everything is fixed, but because things start to make more sense.
You don’t have to have it all figured out before you come in. We’ll make sense of it together.
My Approach
My work is primarily grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Relational Life Therapy (RLT).
IFS offers a respectful and compassionate way of understanding what is happening inside of your system—especially in moments of overwhelm, reactivity, or feeling stuck. It helps create space for curiosity and understanding.
RLT brings that into the relational space. It helps name patterns more clearly and supports more honesty and accountability in how people relate to themselves and each other.
IFS helps us understand what’s happening—both inside of you and in your relationships—while RLT helps us look more clearly at what’s playing out between you.
What I help with
Adults experiencing anxiety and overwhelm
For the person who keeps showing up and functioning, but something inside still doesn’t feel settled. We slow things down and begin to understand what’s underneath those reactions so they start to make more sense and feel less overwhelming.
Couples that feel disconnected
For couples who want more than surface-level communication tips and are ready to understand what keeps happening between them. We look at the patterns as they’re unfolding, so you can begin to respond to each other in a way that feels more clear and connected.
Getting Started
1
Reach out or schedule
Couples are able to schedule directly online with the link on the Couples Therapy page. For individual therapy, you can reach out through the contact form and I’ll follow up with you to schedule. I also offer a free 20-minute consultation if you’d like to talk first and make sure it feels like we are a good fit.
2
Complete intake paperwork
Once your appointment is scheduled, you’ll receive intake and consent forms to complete online before your first session.
3
Join your first session
All sessions are held virtually through my Electronic Health Record - SimplePractice.
I’ll send you a secure link ahead of time—just make sure you have a quiet, private space and a stable internet connection.