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As you know, communication in couple relationships can be very hard at times! Many couples who end up in couples therapy report this to be their biggest challenge. For every couple, there is a difference between what one partner says and what the other partner hears. This “gap” in communication may be big or small, […]
I often get asked the same questions about the Prepare-Enrich program. Here are answers for the most frequently asked ones. I’ll preface this by stating that I strongly believe in the program and the science on which it is based. By asking my couples directly about the value of, I’ve found that every couple that […]
One partner is adamant about starting couples counseling while the other is against it. This is super common! Handling this depends on the underlying reason behind the resistance to couples therapy. The most common ones I’ve seen fall into 3 categories. Lack of Knowledge One common reason for not wanting to attend couples counseling is […]
Unsure what to expect for your very first session in couples therapy? Not to worry…I’ve got you covered! If you’re a bit nervous about session number one, that’s perfectly normal. And very understandable. After all, it’s not every day that someone asks you and your partner to sit down in front of a perfect stranger […]
It’s true. Sometimes therapy can be a royal pain in the ass! There are times when it can feel frustrating, painful, slow, and uncertain. There are times when you’ll feel like you’re traveling through new terrain but unsure where it’ll lead. There are even times when you’ll find any excuse to not go – any […]
It’s not always easy to keep stay positive post-divorce. But, if you have children, it’s worth making the extra effort to do so. The good news is that by doing so both you and your children will be better off for it. Fake It Until You Feel It Keeping up an image of strength and […]
Couples therapy works best when you and your partner each begin the process ready to “look in the mirror.” People often contact me eager and ready to begin couples therapy in order to change their relationship for the better! Even over the phone or through email, I can hear that many of these people are […]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression experienced during certain times of the year. Winter and rainy seasons are the most common intervals for SAD to develop due to decreased sunlight and lack of vitamin D. Though it’s not as common, it is also possible to experience SAD during the spring and summer […]
For the new year, I offer you one suggestion… Save yourself some grief and ditch the New Year’s resolutions! Personally, I’ve never seen them work for anyone (myself included) unless your goal is to take yourself on a guilt trip about not sticking to your resolution, or waste precious time and money on goals that […]
Have your family holiday gatherings been a bit too cheerful and harmonious for your taste? Well, why not spice things up this year, and ruin Thanksgiving for your cherished loved ones. Not sure how? Here are 5 ideas for ruining your family’s Thanksgiving that should help: 1) Criticize the hard work and effort of anyone who cooked, cleaned, […]
