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Couples Healing Journey
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For all couples consults, please ensure both partners are present 

Meet Your Clinicians

A safe, trauma-informed, and faith-respectful space dedicated to your relational healing and personal growth.

At the Couples Healing Journey Center, you work directly with our clinical team, Maureen and Sam, to navigate the complexities of reconnection. This page is designed to help you get a feel for our clinicians and their unique expertise before you reach out to begin your own journey toward healing.

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Maureen Adams, LCSW, Certified Gestalt Therapist

Individual & Couples Therapist

Maureen is a Licensed Certified Social Worker and Certified Gestalt Therapist who works with both individuals and couples, integrating Gottman Method training with a strong focus on trauma, relationships, and recovery. She works with women navigating trauma and relationship challenges, as well as individuals and couples impacted by substance use and recovery. She is currently pursuing her Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LDAC) credential.

How I Work

Her approach is experiential, relational, and grounded in evidence-based practices, helping clients build self-trust, heal from past experiences, and create more connected, fulfilling relationships.

Areas of Focus
  • Trauma & Betrayal Recovery
  • Gestalt Therapy & Experiential Work
  • Substance Use & Recovery Support
  • Women’s Relational Issues
  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy
  • Faith-Informed Healing

Samuel Powell, LICSW

Individual & Couples Therapist

Sam specializes in helping couples and individuals heal after betrayal, chronic conflict, and emotional disconnection. His style is calm, grounded, and structured—offering a steady presence when everything feels chaotic at home. Sam also has a Catholic background and is passionate about serving Catholics and Christians in applying their faith to their relational work.

How I Work

Sam provides a calm, grounded presence that allows clients to explore difficult dynamics with felt safety. His collaborative style ensures that therapy is a partnership, integrating evidence-based care with a profound respect for the role of faith in healing for those who desire a spiritually-integrated approach.

Areas of Focus
  • Gottman Method Couples Work
  • Betrayal Healing and Recovery
  • PTSD Recovery
  • Faith-Informed Counseling
  • Family Systems & Generational Healing
  • Relationship Conflict & Dysfunction
  • Adjustment Challenges
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Ready to Take the Next Step?

For all couples consults, please ensure both partners are present 

We invite you to schedule a free consultation to discuss your current situation and the model of care we offer. We will answer any questions and provide a professional recommendation for care. 

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