Relationships and Marriage

It might seem absurd or counterintuitive to think of a two-person relationship as consisting of three parts. So why would someone suggest you consider it? As a couple’s specialist, I ... Read More

One of the most arduous decisions you may ever have to make is whether to stay married to someone who has cheated on you. For many people, the decision to not stay in the marriage is pretty ... Read More

Slow down and listen. When we communicate, sometimes we ignore what our partner is saying. Instead of focusing on our partner, our thoughts are consumed with what we plan to say next. ... Read More

When we relate to others, there are three modes we can utilize. However, most of us probably predominantly behave and communicate in one of these modes. Submissive mode is a way of communicating ... Read More

Social Networking is a great way to connect with so many individuals! It connects you with your family, friends from the past, current friends, and even allows you to make new friends. ... Read More

What can you do to improve the chances that couples therapy is worth the time and money you put into it? In other words, what makes marriage counseling work? With the help of a skilled ... Read More

Most of us do not consciously think about reciprocity in our intimate relationships. When we do, we might say, “Of course it is important.” Like the Golden Rule, we recognize ... Read More

Are you tired of intense and destructive marital arguing and want it to stop? Do you need some space to think about things more clearly? Are you thinking about a separation but are not ... Read More

Unemployment is a downright monster. Most often, we see a lot of support for the unemployed person who is building his or her resume, interviewing, networking, staying busy, and being positive. ... Read More

Lots of people hope for compromise in their relationship. Compromise is great when it happens; there is an easy flow, and both partners feel happy with the results. Nobody feels like they ... Read More

Fighting verbally is an integral part of any relationship. Put at least two people together in the same place for a long period of time, and they’ll fight eventually. If someone tells ... Read More

The Textbook of Family and Couples Therapy describes the three “most common types of couples therapy”: Individual therapy; Conjoint couples therapy; and Combined couples therapy In ... Read More