Jealousy in a relationship is a yucky experience for all involved. Those on the receiving end usually get ambushed with outlandish accusations, and find themselves needing to prove their devotion again and again. For those with jealousy issues, it’s unpleasant and...
There is more to listening though, than just being aware of your blocks. What are the steps to listening well? 1. Stop what you are doing, face the person, become present and then listen. This means you have to stop typing on the computer, balancing your checkbook,...
Why do couples argue? As anyone in a relationship knows, conflict is inevitable. Disagreements are a normal part of every human relationship. Couples argue about a variety of things, ranging from child rearing to household upkeep. Although arguments are considered to...
One of the most incredible parts of being a therapist is watching our clients’ lives improve. As much as that is true, change seems to happen overnight when you go through our intensive couples retreats. Think of an intensive couples therapy retreat like a...
When couples undergo therapy together, they all have the same goal. They’re looking for something that works, something that addresses the challenges they’re currently facing. Yet no one benefits from a one-size-fits-all approach. In order to effectively treat...
So, in a previous blog I talked about the blocks to listening. There is more to listening, though, than just being aware of your blocks. What are the seven steps to better listening? Steps to Listening 1. Stop what you are doing, face the person, become present...
