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Keith McGowen

Therapist
11 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Family issues, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

Spiritual Based. If you feel like you’re having the same arguments over and over... and nothing is actually changing, you’re not alone. Most couples don’t have a communication problem—they’re stuck in patterns that keep repeating.

My approach to therapy

I work with couples who feel stuck—whether that looks like constant conflict, emotional distance, or feeling like you’re no longer on the same team.

Many of the couples I work with have already tried “talking it out,” reading advice, or making temporary changes... but still find themselves back in the same place.

In our work together, we don’t just focus on communication—we look at the patterns underneath what’s happening and create clear structure around how your relationship functions.

That includes: • Understanding your conflict cycle • Identifying what’s actually driving disconnection • Creating clearer roles, expectations, and boundaries • Building consistency in how you show up for each other.

My approach is structured, direct, and focused on helping you move forward—not just revisit the same conversations.

Whether you’re trying to repair the relationship or figure out what comes next, I provide a space that is both supportive and honest.

Contact me, we can start there.

What you can expect from me

My work is especially helpful for couples who feel like they’ve tried everything—but still feel stuck.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Man
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Empowering, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    11 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at California State University, Hayward
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Family issues, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution Focused Couples Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English