Healing Begins at Hearthstone

Testimonials

How can we help?

Overcoming Relationship Challenges

It’s normal for couples to experience conflict and recovery. However, frequent conflicts, whether in painful silence or intense exchanges, often indicate deeper concerns. If you're experiencing stress, fatigue, marital dissatisfaction, criticism, defensiveness, or emotional withdrawal, it might be time to seek support.  

At Hearthstone, we specialize in helping couples recover from relationship withdrawal, infidelity, emotional shutdowns, loss of trust or friendship, communication breakdowns, intimacy issues and co-parenting challenges.

Our mission is to support your courage, determination and resilience in facing these challenges, rebuilding trust, commitment, friendship and unconditional love.

Here at Hearthstone You Can Expect Change

FAQs

What if I feel nervous about starting therapy?

Feeling nervous is completely natural. At Hearthstone Couples Counseling and Individual Therapy, we create a welcoming space where you set the pace. No pressure, no judgment, just support. It’s okay to feel unsure. It’s okay to ask questions.

How do I know if therapy is right for me?

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed or seeking growth, therapy can offer a safe, empowering space. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit.

Do you offer in-person as well as Telehealth (remote video) sessions?

We offer both in-person and Telehealth video sessions. Phone-based sessions are also used under certain circumstances. All of the virtual therapy sessions are taking place via Telehealth on a HIPAA compliant platform.

How long will I be in treatment?

This is a complex question to respond to but often asked by new clients. It all depends on what brought you into treatment. Some clients come in for very specific topics that are easily addressed across a few sessions to a month, while others benefit from longer term therapy. Treatment modalities used, such as EMDR, can also influence length of treatment and session duration. You and your therapist will explore what brings you in for support, discuss the focus of your therapy, work collaboratively & evaluate your progress to ensure that goals are being met.

What happens during the first session?

Your first session is about getting to know you. We’ll explore your hopes and needs at a pace you’re comfortable with.

Can I schedule a call first before committing?

Yes! We offer a complimentary 15-minute discovery call to help you decide if this is the right fit.

Do you have more questions?

Please feel free to call us

Meet Thomas W. Romanus

About Us

I believe couples counseling should feel both human and genuinely useful. Clients often describe my approach as present, insight focused and deeply attuned to what actually helps beyond the therapy room. Together, we clarify what matters most, identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck and develop practical ways to move forward towards the life you are seeking.

My work focuses on supporting individuals and couples navigating anxiety, work stress, relationship strain, communication challenges, infidelity, trauma recovery and life transitions. Whether you are working through stress within yourself or challenges within your relationship, the goal is the same: to create meaningful change that improves everyday life.

What is EMDR?

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is an evidence-based therapy (meaning that there have been research studies that measurably show effectiveness). It is a psychotherapy technique that helps people heal from symptoms and emotional distress which is a result of disturbing life experiences.

Do you accept insurance?

At this time, Hearthstone Couples Counseling and Individual Therapy is an Out-of-Network (OON) practice and does not accept insurance. We are happy to provide you with receipts and a Super-bill (Documentation summarizing session charges and codes needed for submission to insurance plan) for your submission to your insurance carrier for reimbursement. Many of our clients receive partial reimbursement through their plan’s OON benefits.  Services may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance or employee benefit plan. Please review your coverage carefully, and consult with your insurance provider for your "out of network" emotional/behavioral health care coverage. Please note, it is important when speaking with your insurance plan that they understand that you are inquiring about emotional/behavioral health coverage and not "medical coverage".

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am also trained in trauma-informed care and EMDR, helping clients work through deeper experiences that often contribute to anxiety, burnout and relationship difficulties. My work integrates evidence-informed approaches including attachment-based, trauma-aware, mindfulness-informed and practical skills-focused therapies, always tailored to your goals and your pace.