Thanks to the contributions of Sigmund Freud and John Bowlby to the field of psychology, most people have some level of awareness that childhood experiences play a part in the...
If someone were to “cook up” a successful, happy, long-term relationship, they would need to gather a lot of ingredients. Maybe they’d start with a big, heaping cup of love....
Did you know that your brain responds the same way when you’re in physical pain and when you’re feeling disconnected from an important relationship? Both scenarios are threats to our...
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...
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...
As you may know, here at Thrive Couple & Family Counseling Services, we are dedicated to helping you feel closer, argue less, and love more. Our goal is to serve...
Will and Taylor have been going to therapy in order to help them heal from Taylor’s affair and in turn strengthen their marriage. Taylor has been patient and empathetic with...
After Will found out about Taylor’s affair, he experienced a range of emotion from rage to shame to sadness. He had a lot of questions that he needed Taylor to...
You know that exciting and passionate time in the beginning of a relationship called “the Honeymoon Phase?” They are always on your mind. You can’t find anything wrong with them!...
How to Revitalize Your Relationship Couples often come to therapy when they are feeling disconnected, distant or more like roommates than lovers. It's painful to lose that connection in your relationship, especially...