Story Groups, Couples Intensives & Individual Therapy In New Hampshire, Maine & Nationwide

About Us

So, you wanna know who we are? Well, we’re the therapy squad that’s here to shake things up. We’re not your average couch-sitting, clipboard-holding therapists. We’re the real deal, bringing the fun (and the feels) to therapy.

What Sets Us Apart?

Transformative

We go beyond the boundaries of therapy with story groups and couples intensives that offer tools for coping with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and many other mental health challenges.

Faith-Based

If you’ve been exposed to spiritual and emotional abuse, or you’re an ex-evangelical seeking a new perspective on mental health and healing, we’ve got you.

Accessible & Inclusive

We prioritize making therapy accessible to clients who have suffered from relational or spiritual abuse, or anyone craving an alternative to traditional therapy.

Story Groups

Story Groups help you untie the knots from your childhood and stop repeating the drama in your present relationships in a guided space where everyone’s story is heard, valued, and unpacked.

At Courageous Steps Counseling, you can forget about the boring therapy sessions you’ve suffered through in the past. We’re all about creating a kick-ass, judgment-free zone where you can be your totally authentic self. We’ll help you ditch the drama, find your inner rockstar, and build a life that’s as awesome as you are

Need more proof? Our therapy sessions are like a power-up for your brain, seriously. We’ll boost your confidence and unlock your hidden potential — and then some. We’ll help you slay those mental dragons, turn your obstacles into opportunities, take control of your emotions, and level up your life!

Just think of us as your personal problem-solving partners, and a secret weapon for unlocking your awesome. We’re all about creating a chill space where you can be yourself, without the judgment. Ready? We’re here for it.

Meet Elle

Meet the mind behind a new approach to therapy and transformative healing. Elle helps people find the connection they long for by deepening intimacy between couples, developing deep relationships in Story Groups, and working with individuals to reconnect with themselves.

As founder of Courageous Steps Counseling, Elle believes there’s a better way to heal. Get ready to ditch the boring scripts and endless sessions for a transformative approach that gets you real results, fast. Whether you’re struggling with past trauma, relationship woes, or simply feel stuck, Elle will help you break free from the patterns holding you back and help you rewrite your narrative.

See What Our Clients are Saying

"Elle has helped many couples in distress heal their relationship and thrive as a couple. As a colleague who is familiar with her work, she is passionate about helping couples and compassion in her approach. I highly recommend her."

"Elle is an incredibly effective and compassionate couples therapist. Her commitment to the practice of therapy and her professionalism are inspiring. If you’re in need of a couples therapist, look no further."

"Elle is very passionate and skilled with couples. Her talent shines when your in the room with her. She has an amazing podcast as well that is inspiring."

“Elle is deeply insightful, and pursues the epicenter of suffering with kindness. She is an excellent trauma group facilitator and has had fabulous training in Narrative Focused Trauma Care. I have witnessed her work and I would recommend her.“

Get Real. Get Results. Get Rocking.

Therapy doesn’t have to be boring. It has to be effective. Take that first, courageous step today to ignite the positive change you’re looking for.