Dr. Peonita Harris, Psy.D., LMFT, CSAT, CPTT, CDWF

At the Couple and Family Clinic, Dr. Harris brings care and compassion to her work with clients.  She has years of extensive experience, and is committed to supporting couples, individuals and families recovering from relational trauma, including sexual compulsion and various types of betrayal.  Her areas of focus are couples relational recovery work, betrayal, cultural trauma and racial inequalities, familial trauma, sexual concerns and grief and loss.  Working with Dr. Harris will provide each client the tools and skills that are needed to move through healing their wounds and ultimately engaging in healthy and fulfilling relationships.   

She uses evidence-based treatment models, including Emotional Focus Therapy (EFT), solution-focused and CBT approaches, as well as the Gottman Method and the Carnes 30-task Model.  Additionally, Dr. Harris has specific training in racial trauma, Leadership in Racial Equity and Inclusion, and certification in the DaringwayTM model in addressing shame, guilt and empathy inter-personally and intra-personally.  Dr. Harris is also a clinical supervisor with specific training in spiritual integration.