Couples therapy is hard work. Although this process is incredibly rewarding, the beginning of this journey can be especially challenging. Couples oftentimes start therapy in a state of crisis involving...
One of the most frequent protests an Emotionally Focused Therapist hears is about the “turn and share” part of therapy. In Emotionally Focused Therapy we refer to these mini impromptu...
Lola and Tracy have conflicts every so often that are passive or become explosive. They aren’t afraid of having conflict, but they feel worse after they fight. There was one...
How many times have you heard the advice to “not go to bed angry”? The idea behind this advice is to not let relationship conflicts go unsolved. The fear is...
Remember how magazines used to have little personality quizzes in them that were meant to tell you things about yourself? Kids would get a kick out of doing them and...
As a relationship therapist, there is a question I get asked a lot about cohabitation in both a personal and professional setting: “Is it a good idea for my boyfriend/girlfriend...
Couples often wonder, “Why is she telling me the same thing over and over?” or “Did he hear anything I just said?” It can be frustrating when you feel like...
Have you ever thought that your partner hasn’t been doing much to show their affection for you? Have you ever felt like you’ve been doing a lot for your partner,...
Sex and physical intimacy are great ways to increase connection and closeness in a romantic relationship. As simple and straightforward as that concept seems, it takes some effort and awareness...
Anger Management is a phrase that is often thrown around in the therapy office by couples. “He’s always angry and yelling and it’s terrifying.” “She freaks out over the littlest...