Dr. Elizabeth Polinsky

Dr. Polinsky has one opening for weekly counseling on Wednesdays at 9 AM for Individual Counseling – She is not accepting more couples at this time. If you are looking for couples counseling and would like to set up a weekend intensive, please email our administrative team to set up a consult.

ICEEFT Certified EFT Therapist and Supervisor (Individuals, Couples, and Families). AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. 

Hi, I’m Liz. I work with couples who feel stuck in painful cycles around sex and closeness—especially when past sexual trauma makes intimacy feel confusing or unsafe. You may both love each other deeply, but still feel miles apart. One partner may long for more connection and feel unwanted. The other may feel pressure, panic, or shame that makes sex hard to approach. Deep down, both of you may be longing to feel safe, wanted, and close again.

I help couples heal from these struggles and find each other again. Many of the couples I see are dealing with sexual trauma, mismatched desire, or stress from military life. Some partners pull away or go numb during sex. Others shut down or feel rejected. These patterns can leave both of you hurting and unsure how to fix it. The good news is—change is possible, even if it feels out of reach right now.

In our work together, we slow down and create safety. Both partners get space to share their experience and feel understood. We talk openly about the fears, shame, or memories that show up in the bedroom. We practice better communication and rebuild closeness step by step.

If this feels like your story, you don’t have to face it alone. I’d be honored to walk with you as you heal and reconnect. Reach out today for a consult—let’s start the journey toward safety and intimacy together.

Outside of the Therapy Office: 

Outside of work, I like making homemade wine, swing dancing with my husband, and binge-watching cheesy romance movies. I’m also a podcast host. As a  military spouse from a dual military family, I know how hard it can be to find time for counseling when your spouse’s military schedule is always changing. This is why I created The Communicate & Connect Podcast for Military Relationships so military couples can get science-backed relationship tips from experts who understand military life.