Archive for the ‘Relationship’ Category
Authentic Marriages
Relationship Many times when couples struggle with conflicts in their relationship, they may not know what to do or how to make sense of what is going on. As a result they feel ‘stuck’, and therefore unable to resolve the conflicts they’re facing. Having a breakthrough is very critical when... more
In-house Separations: Better for Children and Finances!
Relationship In-house separations can be especially attractive for both financial reasons and can be least disruptive to children. Parents can continue to be available to their children daily while they figure out what they are going to do with their relationship. In-house separations are usually short-term and offer couples a... more
Why Is Managing Conflict in Your Relationship So Important?
Relationship How do you fight with your partner? John and Mary sat in their counselor’s office and proudly stated, “We never fight!” They continued to explain that their relationship was at an all time low point. They spoke very little to each other and had started to consider separating as... more
A Gift for the Year — Nurturing Yourself to Nurture Your Marriage
Relationship Every year, millions of people make New Year’s resolutions. They resolve to lose weight, quit smoking, quit drinking, earn more money, exercise regularly, or spend more time with their families. Unfortunately, these resolutions are often forgotten by February. This year, instead of setting yourself up for disappointment, try giving... more
How to Manage Passive-Aggressive Behavior in Your Marriage
Relationship Do you feel the need to get even with your spouse? Do you hold back your feelings and just sit on them when you’re upset? Do people get angry at you, and you don’t always know why? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be... more
Satisfying Emotional Needs
Relationship The Emotional Bank Account A great analogy I’ve heard regarding marriage is to view it as a bank account. When we are first dating, we are making deposit after deposit. We are writing love letters, making phone calls, sending flowers, and so on. We do whatever it takes to... more
Helping Your Spouse Overcome The Holiday Blues
Relationship Early in November, and sometimes even earlier, local stores and shopping centers bring out their Christmas music and decorations, reminding us that the holidays are upon us. Everyone seems to be happily bustling about, but you just feel a sense of dread. Welcome to the holidays, where it may... more
How to Stop Procrastinating and Take Action
Relationship “Why do you keep putting off paying the bills?” “You keep talking about going on a diet but never do it.” “It’s embarrassing having to wait for you when you’re always late.” If these statements sound familiar, you may be feeling the effects of procrastination. Procrastination means delaying something... more
How Happy Couples Stay that Way
Relationship How do happy couples stay that way? Everyone might come up with a slightly different answer, but this article is designed to prioritize the critical ingredients for the preservation and growth of any long term relationship. Time and Energy Together The MOST important trait of all is whether two... more
Triangulation – What It Is and How It May Be Destroying Your Marriage
Relationship As a Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice, I see couples for a large variety of reasons. Couples may need counseling to deal with infidelity, lack of trust, financial incompatibility, stress caused by in-laws, poor communication, sexual problems and the list goes on. Another common problem for which... more
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