Dr. Greta Couper Psy.D., MA, AMFT
Registered Associate Marriage & Family Therapist #158509
Supervised by: Dr. Ronit Farzam PSY 23819
Client Focus
Adults
Italian Speaking Clients
First Responders
Specialties
Geriatric and Senior Mental Health
First Responder Trauma and Stress
Anxiety
Seniors
Career Transitions
Caregivers
Grief and Loss
Depression
PTSD
Life Transitions
Career Transitions
Behavioral Issues
Thinking Disorders
Treatment Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)
Holistic Methods
Mindfulness Practices
Intervention Strategies
Dr. Couper's specialized focus on geriatric and senior populations provides compassionate, age-appropriate support for older adults navigating anxiety, loss of purpose, grief, and the unique challenges of aging while maintaining dignity and quality of life.
Her expertise working with first responders brings deep understanding of occupational trauma, critical incident stress, and the cultural dynamics of emergency services, offering specialized support for those who serve their communities.
As a bilingual therapist fluent in Italian, Dr. Couper provides culturally affirming care for Italian-speaking clients and families, breaking down language barriers while honoring cultural values around family, aging, and mental health.
"Therapy is more than just working through critical issues. It's a journey of self-discovery, healing, and reconnecting with your inner strengths. Life is too short to limit your happiness. Together we'll explore patterns shaped by your past, clarify your current goals, and develop practical strategies to overcome obstacles and create meaningful change, strengthening your relationships and building a more fulfilling, resilient, and joyful life."
- Dr. Greta Couper
Dr. Greta Couper is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who brings warmth, encouragement, and deep clinical expertise to helping adults navigate life's most challenging transitions and rediscover their inner strengths.
With two degrees in counseling psychology and specialized focus on seniors facing anxiety and loss of purpose, first responders managing occupational stress and trauma, and individuals in career transition, she creates compassionate therapeutic spaces where clients can explore their unique challenges while building more fulfilling, resilient lives. Dr. Couper has particular expertise supporting those affected by recent fires and other traumatic events, understanding the complex emotional aftermath of disaster and displacement.
Her therapeutic approach combines evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and holistic methods with mindfulness practices. This integrative methodology allows her to address both immediate symptoms and deeper patterns shaped by clients' past experiences. Dr. Couper's approach emphasizes collaboration and practical strategy development, helping clients clarify their current goals and overcome obstacles to create meaningful change. She believes therapy is more than just working through critical issues; it's a journey of self-discovery, healing, and reconnecting with what brings joy and purpose to life.
With a Doctorate in Psychology (Psy.D.) and Master's degree in counseling psychology, Dr. Couper brings robust academic foundations combined with experience counseling all age groups across the lifespan. Her particular emphasis on geriatric and senior populations reflects her understanding of the unique challenges faced during later life stages, including navigating loss, maintaining purpose, and adapting to significant life changes. As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Italian, she provides accessible care for Italian-speaking communities while honoring cultural perspectives on family, aging, and mental health.
Dr. Couper's practice addresses a comprehensive range of concerns including depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship issues, grief, behavioral challenges, and thinking disorders. Her experience with first responders brings specialized understanding of the occupational stressors, traumatic exposures, and cultural factors that impact mental health in emergency services professions. Together with her clients, she explores patterns from the past, strengthens relationships, improves habits, and builds the skills needed for a more joyful, resilient life.