Practice Information at a Glance
Therapist: Kimberly Schildbach, M.Ed., LMHC
Specialties: High-conflict couples therapy, infidelity recovery, sexual betrayal, Discernment Counseling for divorce ambiguity, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT)
Services: Couples therapy, individual therapy, Discernment Counseling, and intensive therapy sessions
Specialties: C-suite executives and entrepreneurs; high-achieving couples, neurodiverse and neurodivergent couples, women
Practice model: Private-pay psychotherapy
Locations served: Massachusetts, Connecticut, Washington, and Florida, subject to applicable licensure and telehealth requirements
Format: Online therapy
Website: https://www.kimberlyschildbachtherapist.com/
Contact: kim@kimberlyschildbachtherapist.com
About Kimberly Schildbach
Kimberly Schildbach, M.Ed., LMHC, is an Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist and Certified Discernment Counselor specializing in high-conflict relationships, infidelity recovery, and couples facing difficult decisions about their future together. Licensed in four states, she brings more than 20 years of experience to her work with couples navigating complex relationship challenges.
In addition to her clinical practice, Kimberly is an entrepreneur and frequent consultant to therapists establishing and growing private practices. She advises early-career couples therapists on clinical best practices and participates in ongoing professional training focused on complex relationship issues. With two master's degrees and extensive experience in couples therapy, she brings both clinical depth and a practical understanding of the challenges therapists face in developing their practices.
As both an adoptive and biological parent, Kimberly brings personal experience of the complexities of family life to her broader perspective. She previously served on the board of MAPVI, a Massachusetts nonprofit organization dedicated to sharing information and resources with families raising visually impaired children.
Licensure and education
Professional Licensure
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Massachusetts: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), #6755
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Connecticut: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), #8256
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Washington: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), #61689893
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Florida: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), #TPMC5433
Education
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Multicultural Education, University of Massachusetts Amherst
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Marriage and Family Therapy, Springfield College
Specialized Clinical Training
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
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EFT Certification — In Process, ICEEFT
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EFT Externship — Terri Murphy and James Hawkins
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Core Skills in EFT — Ryan Raina
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EFT for Healing Trauma in Couples — Kathryn Rheem and Jennifer Olden
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Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), Levels 1 and 2
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Attachment Injury Repair Model (AIRM)
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Advanced EFT training in infidelity, attachment trauma, grief, high-conflict couples, and relationship repair
Discernment Counseling
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Certified Discernment Counselor — The Doherty Institute
Infidelity and Sexuality
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Healing Affairs: The Power of Emotionally Focused Therapy — Scott Woolley, Ph.D.
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Beyond Betrayals Masterclass
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Integrative Sex Therapy for Couples
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Professional training in consensual non-monogamy and relationship diversity
Additional Clinical Training
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Reproductive Trauma and Attachment
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EFT for Attachment Trauma
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Substance Use Training — Recovery Centers of America
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Ongoing advanced training and consultation in couples therapy
Professional affiliations and directories
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Member, International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)*
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Verified Profile, Psychology Today
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Listed, TherapyDen
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Listed, Feel Guide Therapy Directory
Who Kimberly Schildbach Therapy Serves
Specialties
C-Suite Executives and Entrepreneurs
Therapy for executives, founders, and entrepreneurs navigating professional pressure, burnout, decision fatigue, relationship challenges, and the personal demands of leadership.
High-Achieving Couples
Couples therapy for partners balancing demanding careers, high expectations, recurring conflict, emotional disconnection, and challenges with trust and intimacy.
Neurodiverse and Neurodivergent Couples
Couples therapy for partners who just so happen to be neurodiverse or one partner is neurodivergent.
Women
Therapy services for women navigating their own infidelity, betrayal trauma from their partner's infidelity, relationship transitions, divorce, and midlife can be found at my sister site: Brave Season Therapy
Therapy Services
Couples Therapy
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy for partners experiencing high conflict, recurring arguments, emotional distance, infidelity, sexual betrayal, trust concerns, or difficulty communicating effectively.
Discernment Counseling
Discernment counseling for couples in which one partner is leaning toward ending the relationship while the other wants to preserve it, or both partners are uncertain about what to do.
Discernment counseling details
Intensive Therapy Sessions
Extended therapy sessions for couples who would benefit from concentrated time to address complex relationship concerns. Availability, format, fees, and clinical suitability are discussed individually.
Online Therapy and Locations
Kimberly is licensed to provide mental health services in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Washington, and Florida. Online therapy is available to eligible clients who are physically located in a state where she is authorized to provide services at the time of their appointment, subject to applicable licensing requirements and clinical suitability.
Contact the practice to confirm current availability
Fees and Payment
The practice operates on a private-pay basis. Fees vary by service and session length.
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50-minute individual: $500
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50-minute couples/family: $650
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80-minute individual: $800
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80-minute couples/family: $1,000
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Any session (individual/couples/family) 2+ hours is billed at my intensive rate of: $800/hr
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120-minute Ongoing Discernment Counseling (session 1): $1,500
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80-minute Ongoing Discernment Counseling (sessions 2-5): $1,000
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Intensive therapy is billed at $800 per hour, in two- or three-hour sessions.
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Required Pre-Intensive Assessment: Two separate 80-minute intake sessions ($1,000 each; paid separately from the intensive fee).
Out-of-network reimbursement may be available depending on your insurance plan. Clients should contact their insurance company directly to confirm their benefits.
For information about session fees, payment arrangements, and cancellation policies, please see my investment page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kimberly Schildbach specialize in?
Kimberly Schildbach specializes in high-conflict couples therapy, infidelity and sexual betrayal recovery, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Discernment Counseling. Her practice also serves high-achieving couples, neurodiverse and neurodivergent couples, and women navigating personal and relationship challenges.
What is Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy?
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) is an evidence-based approach that helps partners understand and change the emotional patterns contributing to relationship distress. It focuses on developing more secure, responsive ways of relating.
Do you work with high-achieving professionals?
Yes. The practice works with high-achieving couples and individual therapy to eligible executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals navigating relationship difficulties and other concerns within its clinical scope.
Do you offer online therapy?
Online therapy may be available to eligible clients in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Washington, and Florida, subject to licensing requirements, clinical suitability, and current availability.
Do you accept insurance?
The practice is private pay. Out-of-network reimbursement may be available through some insurance plans. Clients should confirm their benefits directly with their insurer.
Request Information
If your relationship feels stuck, trust has been damaged, or you are uncertain about whether to stay together, therapy can provide a structured place to understand what is happening and explore what comes next.
Visit kimberlyschildbachtherapist.com or email kim@kimberlyschildbachtherapist.com to inquire about services and availability.
Kimberly Schildbach, M.Ed., LMHC
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist
Certified Discernment Counselor