Meet our Therapists
All therapists at Renewed Relationships Counseling Group are trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy and a variety of modalities to meet the needs of our clients. Our Associate Therapists are in the process of obtaining clinical hours towards licensure and work under the supervision of Stephanie Saari, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
Get to know our therapists, their approach, and specialty by clicking their name below, then schedule a complimentary 20-minute video consultation to get started.
Stephanie Saari, LMFT
Owner and Clinical Director of Renewed Relationships Counseling Group
Jill Cepela, AMFT
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
La Keeta Behn-Vasquez, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Alexandra Beatty, AMFT
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Recent Blog Posts
Why You Overwork to Avoid Your Emotions (And How to Break the Cycle)
Our culture has a complicated relationship with busyness. Packed schedules are worn like badges of honor, productivity is praised, and rest is treated as something to be earned. But for many, chronic overworking is about avoidance, not ambition.
What Progress Looks Like in Emotionally Focused Therapy
Many couples arrive at therapy feeling stuck in the same painful patterns. Perhaps you’ve noticed yourselves having the same argument repeatedly, or maybe you feel emotionally distant from your partner.
Simple Communication Tips to Strengthen Your Relationship
“Communication is the key to any relationship.” You’ve probably heard this phrase countless times, and for good reason. It’s true! But while most of us know communication matters, many of us were never taught how to communicate effectively.