Elissa Grunblatt, LCSW-R
Charlottesville, VA
I provide a supportive space where both partners feel truly heard and valued. I help couples resolve conflict, build stability, and rediscover the joy of being a team, using research-based approaches like the Gottman Method to provide practical tools for growth. My style is compassionate and collaborative, guiding couples as they strengthen communication, share feelings more openly, and reconnect with love and laughter. I strive to make therapy a safe and encouraging space where couples can build lasting connection and understanding.
Education & Experience
- Master of Social Work, Adelphi University, 2001
- BA in English Literature, Baruch College, 1986
Specialties
- Marital & Premarital
- Relationship Issues
- Conflict Resolution
- Intimacy
- Communication
- Sexless/Withdrawn
- Affair & Infidelity Recovery
- Family Systems & Life Changes
Trainings, Certifications, and Continuing Education
- The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy: Differentiation, Attachment, and Brain Science (Year Long Intensive, Couples Institute)
- The Gottman Method Couples Therapy Training, Levels 1 & 2
- Advanced CBT for Depression and Anxiety
- Challenges in Clinical Supervision
- The Components and process of Clinical Supervision
- Countertransference with the Personality Disordered Patient
- Promoting Brain Health with Middle-Aged and Older Adults
- Therapist Self Disclosure
- Know your Mandatory (Child Abuse) Reporting Requirements
- From Assessment to Prevention and Threats of Violence at Work
- Parent Coaching Uncovering Influences and Promoting Change
- Introduction to Attachment Based Family Therapy
- Sex Tech, Chatbots and the Future of Intimacy
- Non-Medical Treatment of Sexual Concerns and Dysfunctions
- To Warn or Not to Warn: That is the Question
- Calming the Emotional Storm: Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills
Elissa’s Approaches include the following:
- Gottman Method
- Imago Therapy
- Relational Life Therapy by Terry Real
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
Locations Elissa Works
Charlottesville, VA
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