Nashville Therapy Group

 Relationship therapy for couples.

Helping partners navigate life transitions, setbacks, and relationship challenges.

Relationships can be wonderful and fulfilling, but they are never without their complications. In this moment, you may being feeling hurt, disconnected, or stuck. That’s okay. You’re probably even a little fearful of what couples therapy could mean for your relationship. That’s okay too. The very fact that you’re willing to take this step is a good sign.

Going to therapy as a couple can be a source of hope for your relationship. It can be a way to make real, lasting change that increases the intimacy and connection between you both. We can work together toward improving your relationship in an environment where everyone feels respected and heard. Recognizing your unique strengths as couple, we will personalize our approach to best suit your individual needs and goals.

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 Our Couples Specialists

 
 

David Harb, LMFT

I’m here to help you and your partner discover and overcome the patterns that are keeping you stuck. Both of you will be supported and encouraged to look deeply within yourselves and to find new ways to work through your long standing conflicts or your crisis of the day. Couples therapy is appropriate for relationships of all kinds, whether you’re dating, married, divorced, or somewhere in between. Whether you’re a premarital couple looking to enrich an already healthy relationship or you’re a couple contemplating divorce after decades of struggle and disconnection, therapy can help. It can strengthen and renew understanding and intimacy, or if necessary, it can help facilitate the end of a relationship in a less hurtful and more conscious and compassionate way. Putting in the work with a trained professional is an investment in yourself, in your partner, and in your future. There is so much that can be done to repair a relationship, and I am here to help with yours.

 
 
 

Sarah Beatty, MMFT

Relationships are the cornerstone of our lives, and I'm here to guide you and your partner toward understanding, growth, and deeper connection. Every relationship is unique, and I tailor my approach to your specific needs and goals. Whether you're facing communication breakdowns, trust issues, or simply want to enhance the love and joy you share, I offer practical tools and evidence-based techniques to help you navigate your journey together. Utilizing Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy, I create a space for you and your partner to understand your patterns and overcome differences. Together, we can build a future filled with connection and shared happiness.

 
 
 

Michael Broadnax, MMFT

Hello, I’m Michael. As your couples therapist, I am here to guide you both on your path to healing and growth. I firmly believe in harnessing the potential of hope and empowerment within the therapeutic process. My approach is adaptable, designed to cater to your unique needs, and dedicated to establishing an environment that nurtures your autonomy as a couple. Our sessions will provide a collaborative and secure space for both partners to explore, reflect, and grow together. Together, we'll strive towards your shared goals, uncover the strengths within your relationship, and facilitate positive transformation in your lives as a couple. I'm truly enthusiastic about embarking on this journey with you, towards a brighter and more hopeful future in your relationship. Let's take that first step together.

 
 
 

Stephanie Bashirian, LMFT

Are you longing for deeper emotional or sexual intimacy? Does your relationship feel insecure? Are you entering a new phase of your relationship, perhaps related to marriage or parenthood? Do you have unhealed wounds from the past that are showing up in your relationship? Do you want to learn how to do conflict well? Is there a crisis that you need help navigating? I’m here to help, and my goal is for you to leave your first session feeling like therapy was a great decision. I’ll help you identify what has been keeping you stuck, and provide you a safe and supportive space for you to connect or re-connect to the conscious ways of being that bring the renewal or transformation that you are looking for. While working through a systemic and integrative approach, I will honor your needs and values, and work with you collaboratively to develop goals while providing you access to a diverse toolbox that is helpful for navigating the challenges of modern relationships.

 
 
 

Katia Hurt, TLMFT

In working with couples, my goals are to empower their decision to seek support on focusing on their marriage at such an important foundational step and develop problem solving skills to assist them in working towards a sustainable future - whatever it may look like. I want to bring hope and encouragement to clients while addressing a variety of issues through empathic understanding, assisting families using various therapy models and interventions, and to educate and assist couples with different relationship topics to help them grow in communication and support. I have provided safe space with couples through the entire spectrum, from dating to divorce, and I am passionate about the work I do. 

 
 
 

Kristin Lagan, M.S.

Life is messy and so are relationships. Not one relationship will mirror another yet our society seems to have a blueprint for that “perfect couple.” Let’s explore your unique relationship and work to improve, resolve, and build a lasting and loving union. I use a range of therapeutic approaches, including Attachment Therapy and the Gottman Method, to help couples build stronger emotional connections, enhance communication, and increase intimacy. 

 
 
 

Gracie Self, LMFT

My practice with couples is rooted in the scientifically supported theory that we all have a deep longing for attention, interest, and responsiveness from our loved ones. When those needs go unmet, we get stuck in a pattern of automatic responses. I want to work to help couples uncover the needs of both partners and the patterns they get stuck in. My hope is to collaboratively work together to resolve conflict, develop great communication with one another, and ultimately create a healthier and loving relationship.

 
 
 

Russell Durdunji, LMFT

Couples are some of my favorite clients to work with! I love working with couples in all stages–premarital counseling, marriage counseling, discernment counseling, divorcing couples looking to learn how to co-parent well, and everything in between. I truly believe the quality of our lives is directly proportional to the quality of our relationships. We are relational beings, and long to feel seen, heard, and understood. I help couples build the skills necessary to communicate those needs to one another, especially when there is a deficit keeping you from feeling as such, or discern when you are at an impasse and a healthy relationship is no longer viable. Connect with me, and let’s start working together to create solid foundations that will house a healthy relationship moving forward, whatever the future may bring!

 
 
 

Madison Thacker, M.Ed.

All relationships come with challenges, even good, healthy ones. The level of intimacy you experience together is a strength that allows you to be fully seen but can also be vulnerable and scary. My goal as your relational therapist is to help you navigate this by identifying places and patterns that might keep you stuck or exploring ways to further deepen your commitment to and acceptance of one another. I have experience working with queer and poly relationships and utilize structural, Gottman, and emotion-focused techniques in my relational work.

 
 
 

Chad Douglas Johnson, TLMFT

I love working with couples. Having a deep and meaningful connection with someone else can be extremely fulfilling. And sometimes those connections need attention. You may just be starting out, dating or engaged, and seeking a firm foundation as you begin your life together. Perhaps you’ve been together for several years and find yourself stuck in familiar patterns of conflict. Maybe you’re trying to discern whether it’s still worth fighting for, disconnected from years of parenting, hurt by infidelity, or navigating many of life’s unforeseen challenges.

I work with couples at any stage to strengthen relationships and restore connection. When I work with partners, I take the side of the relationship, making sure each of you feel heard, understood, and respected. We will work collaboratively to understand your problem and find ways to achieve resolution that is in both of your best interests. With couples, I utilize several research-backed models, including Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy, and Restoration Therapy. Reach out and let me know how I can help.

 
 
 

Alyssa Birmingham, LMFT

Relationships can get messy. Whether you are seeking couples’ therapy to strengthen an already good relationship, heal a broken relationship, or discern if this relationship is right for you – I’m here to help. I have experience in treating both traditional and non-traditional couples, and am able to offer you and your partner a fresh, unbiased perspective to help navigate whatever relational difficulties you are experiencing. I will incorporate the latest research on what it takes to develop and maintain healthy communication, reduced conflict, and deeper intimacy within your relationship to help you both achieve your goals.

 
 
 

Gabriel Starner, MMFT

I am a caring and empathetic person who has a heart for helping people reach their full potential. As a therapist, I seek to work collaboratively with clients in establishing treatment goals. My hope is that clients will learn new and healthier ways of living and gain a greater ability to treat both themselves and others with compassion.

It takes courage to step into the therapy room, so I work to provide a disarming and open space for clients to share. My curiosity guides me as I get to know people for who they are and I enjoy helping clients learn to think, feel, and act in new, productive ways in order for them to become the people they hope to be.

 
 
 

Hannah Dunsmore, M.A.

My aim as a clinician is to cultivate a relationship with my clients that will become the catalyst and context through which growth is achieved. My therapeutic approach is backed both by a deep compassion for humanity and a pursuit of knowledge that best supports and informs my practice. I believe brokenness and hardships hold the greatest potential for personal growth and beauty. As your therapist I am committed to assisting you integrate all aspects of yourself into a meaningful daily life.

 
 
 

Morgan Gardner, LMFT

Being in a relationship is hard work — sometimes we get stuck in negative cycles, communication patterns, and habits. I am here to create a safe space for you, and your partner to open up to one another. In couples therapy I utilize an attachment based approach to strengthen the intimacy and emotional connection in your relationship. Through couples therapy you will gain a better understanding of your partner and your relationship.

 
 

Our Areas of Expertise

 
  • Premarital Counseling

  • Communication Issues

  • Financial Stress

  • Sex Therapy and Sexual Health

  • Family and Parenting

  • Infidelity

  • Separation and Divorce

  • LGBTQ+ Experiences

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