Insights on building stronger relationships, improving communication, and navigating the challenges that bring couples to counseling. Includes Gottman Method perspectives, conflict resolution strategies, and guidance for couples at every stage.
6 Communication Killers That Destroy Relationships (and How to Fix Them) Every couple argues. That is normal. What determines whether a relationship survives conflict is not whether you fight, but…
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Most couples don’t come to counseling when the first problem shows up. They come after months or years of the same arguments, the same distance, the same feeling that something…
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What Makes Relationships Last After four decades of research at the University of Washington, Drs. John and Julie Gottman can predict with over 90% accuracy whether a couple will stay…
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Going on a date can be an exciting yet nerve-wracking experience, especially for teens and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The key to a successful date lies in…
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Overcoming Fear of Relationships with Counseling In a previous post, I addressed the topic of Fear of Relationships (Romantic Anxiety). In this post, I will discuss how counseling can help…
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Why Men Are Averse to Couples Counseling It is a common misconception that men are “less emotional” than women. The truth is that men experience emotions just as much as…
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Relationship Decisions: Making Sense of Thoughts & Feelings Many people struggle with relationship decisions, and it’s not always easy to know what to do. Questions like whether to commit, have…
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What is Emotional Rent in Relationships? In the world of relationships, the concept of “emotional rent” is a powerful one. It revolves around the idea that in certain relationships, one…
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Tips for Couples Moving in Together: Navigating the Journey Moving in together is a significant step in any couple’s journey. It’s a time of excitement, adjustment, and shared experiences. While…
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A Guide to Breakup Etiquette for Adults and Teens Breaking up with someone is undoubtedly one of the most challenging and emotionally charged experiences we may encounter in our lives.…
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