Couples want to know what to do when the spark fades in their marriage or committed partnership. How can a couple that is struggling bring intimacy back into a relationship? Couples find themselves having little or no sex for many reasons.…
For a relationship to feel good, both partners need to feel safe in each other's care. They need to talk through what problems come up, understand each other, and still enjoy the relationship, even if they can't agree on every issue.…
The way you look at things -- your perspective -- has a lot to do with your mental health and happiness. Abraham Lincoln said, "Most people are as happy as they make up their minds to be." That says something about…
Radical acceptance is the ability to fully open yourself to your experience. Radical acceptance allows you to recognize what hurts, no matter what it is -- and comfort that hurt. The radical part of radical acceptance is the openness to face…
When people come into my office, often they're highly stressed. Some are even bouncing with anxiety because too many things feel out of their control. Grounding techniques help you shift energy so you can focus on what you can control. They…
"Love has a kind of magic. It's able to do amazing things." That's what researcher Dr. John Gottman said about great friendships and love relationships, in a TEDx talk. Social science tells us, those who enjoy healthy friendships and love also…
You may have decided to get your teen into counseling because an issue has you concerned. But your teen is resistant to therapy. It doesn't matter how obvious the signs are that your teen may need therapy. Signs that counseling is…
“Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives."Bessel van der Kolk, MD, from The Body Keeps Score When I think about a family,…
Three relationship experts share their findings about the purpose of marriage for strength, safety and belonging. Drs. John Gottman, Sue Johnson, and Stan Tatkin have studied how relationships impact each partner's sense of wellbeing. They identified traits of healthy relationships and…
Holding space is about being present and emotionally available. Noticing your emotions makes them more manageable. Tuning into emotions is vital to connecting with others who are important to you. Holding space is essential to wellbeing and relationships. It's like giving…