In 15 minutes, you’ll understand more about my approach, what getting started looks like, and whether working together makes sense.

During our call, you can:

  • Share what brings you here and what you hope to change

  • Learn how I work with couples stuck in cycles of blame

  • Decide if my approach feels like a good fit

I meet with clients in-person in Costa Mesa, CA, and offer secure video sessions - therapy anywhere in California, and coaching nationwide.

I’d love to help you write your next chapter.

escape the blame cycle

50-minute couples sessions are $190; 90-minute sessions are $270. Superbills are available for insurance reimbursement. Sliding-scale options are available.

how i help couples

When the Blame Cycle takes over, partners start acting like rivals. I help couples shift from blame to accountability and shared agreements, with clear, values-aligned ways of handling spending, chores, and other tough conversations without keeping score.

Most couples start with 6-10 sessions. During our sessions we’ll:

  • Map the Blame Cycle that’s keeping you stuck

  • Develop shared agreements you both believe in

  • Practice conversations that reduce reactivity and invite repair

who is this for?

My approach could be right for you if:

  • You're tired of having the same argument, and you’re ready to try something different

  • You want a practical structure that centers your values

  • You’re open to weekly or bi-weekly sessions

I’m Danny Livingston, an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist with a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. My approach is conversational, collaborative, and rooted in Narrative Therapy, to help you get distance from your problems and uncover new possibilities. I look forward to connecting with you.

Danny Livingston Therapy

Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #153183
Supervised by Chris Hoff, PhD, LMFT #53081
California Family Institute
2900 Bristol St, Suite C-104
Costa Mesa, CA 92626