Siobhan Donnelly

Siobhan Donnelly, LMSW, is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with 29 years of experience dedicated to helping adults thrive through both individual and couples therapy. Her extensive training includes advanced Emotionally Focused Therapy and Level 2 Gottman Method, both of which are evidence-based approaches. Siobhan honed her skills at the University of Michigan School of Social Work, completing specialized training, including a post-graduate program at the U/M Psychiatry Department Marital Clinic. With a rich background in treating complex trauma, she has participated in workshops with experts like Bessel van der Kolk and at the Gottman Institute, specifically focusing on PTSD in couples. In her practice, she frequently collaborates with couples dealing with trauma, effectively disentangling the dynamics that trigger emotional responses and teaching practical tools to de-escalate conflicts. This approach not only alleviates the effects of trauma on their relationships but also fosters a transformative healing process in the presence of one’s partner, nurturing intimacy and connection. Siobhan’s go-to method, the Gottman Method, is particularly effective in addressing process impasses, revealing unexpressed emotional roots in a collaborative and pragmatic manner. Beyond her clinical expertise, she has a deep-rooted passion for mindfulness, with over 27 years of meditation practice both in the U.S. and abroad, which she integrates into her therapeutic work.