Couples Counseling Using the Gottman Method

Couples Counseling Using the Gottman Method

Here’s the hard truth. Not all therapists are good at couples therapy. It makes sense, right? Within any industry, some individuals are more successful than others, and some even choose to specialize and fine-tune their skill in one specific area. First, In order to...
When Sex is Not What it Used to Be

When Sex is Not What it Used to Be

You lie there, pretending to be asleep. He gets into bed, switches off the light. Next, He pulls the covers over him and he falls asleep immediately. As you lay listening to him snore, you think about what used to happen in this bed. What happened to our sex life? How...
Co-parenting Counseling

Co-parenting Counseling

When this happens, many parents are unprepared. Most people have thought about the type of parent they hope to be, sometimes even before they conceive. They have an idea of some of the challenges and rewards parenthood may yield, but few go so far as to start planning...
Why Would You Go to Premarital Counseling?

Why Would You Go to Premarital Counseling?

It almost seems counter intuitive, right? You’re madly in love, have found the perfect person – your soulmate! – counseling is the furthest thing from your mind. It’s hard to foresee problems occurring in the future. Especially when everything is going well and you’re...
What to Think About Before You “Open” Your Relationship

What to Think About Before You “Open” Your Relationship

Your partner pauses, then asks, “uh, what are your thoughts on having an open relationship?” A quick Google search cues you in. An open relationship is one in which both partners consent to have sex with others, outside of the relationship. From swingers, where the...
Marriage Over 50 – What to Consider

Marriage Over 50 – What to Consider

You’re the best version of yourself. Maybe, you have a few (or more) regrets. But rather than ruminate over your past, you chose to learn from it instead. With age comes wisdom and clarity. When you learn to listen to yourself, you are able to give yourself the best...