Discover how the Gottman Method, a research-backed approach to couples therapy, helps partners improve communication, manage conflict, and build lasting emotional intimacy. Based on decades of scientific study, this method teaches couples practical tools to strengthen connection, reduce misunderstandings, and create shared meaning. Whether you’re experiencing ongoing relationship challenges or simply want to deepen your bond, learn how Gottman principles—like Love Maps, turning toward bids, and nurturing admiration—can transform your partnership into a resilient, supportive, and fulfilling relationship.

Conflict is a part of every relationship—but when ADHD is in the mix, it can feel more intense and difficult to navigate. Emotional reactivity, impulsive responses, and trouble organizing thoughts can all heighten stress during disagreements. This post explores how ADHD impacts conflict and offers practical, ADHD-friendly strategies to improve communication, manage emotions, and repair relationships.

Connection is the heart of a strong, healthy relationship, and maintaining both emotional and physical intimacy is essential for lasting happiness. But life gets busy, and sometimes couples can drift apart. The good news? With intention and small, consistent efforts, you can rebuild and deepen your bond.

In this post, we explore practical, expert-backed ways to enhance both emotional and physical connection in your relationship. Whether you’re looking to reignite the spark or simply keep the connection strong, these insights can help you feel closer than ever.

What are boundaries and how can they improve your relationships? Understand the different types of boundaries, learn how to set them, and discover the benefits of maintaining healthy limits in various aspects of life.

Emotional neglect can deeply impact our lives, relationships, and self-esteem. This blog post explores the signs of emotional neglect, its effects from childhood to adulthood, and provides practical steps for healing and overcoming emotional neglect. Discover how to recognize emotional neglect and begin your journey towards emotional recovery.

Many people call for an appointment after discovering that their partner has had an emotional or physical affair. Sometimes individuals want support for their own mental health. Other times, couples are wondering how they heal together. In either case, knowing the common symptoms of partner betrayal can be helpful. 

The Pursuer and Distancer Dynamic is common in couples and can contribute to emotional disconnection between partners. Here are some practical steps to create emotional safety in your relationship.

Does marriage counseling really work? Many couples have some reservations about going to couples counseling. Here are some common myths and misconceptions about couples counseling.

In couples work, it is important to know your story and what type of foundation you built your relationship on. How couples can utilize the strengths of their early relationship or decide to build something entirely new.

Even if you have had some nice Valentine’s Day experiences, chances are most of us can relate to the disappointment and pain that a day filled with expectations of love, hearts, and romance can bring.

It can be hard to maintain emotional connection over the years with your romantic partner since conflict, circumstances, and general life stressors can cause a disruption. One way of understanding emotional connection is that it is how two people deeply understand, value, and care for one another. It is about being emotionally present and attuning to your partner.

Making serious changes in a relationship takes two. Both commitment and empathy are dimensions of a relationship that can provide valuable insights and help couples move through an impasse.

Learn about the importance of non-verbal communication and how to self-reflect and alter our non-verbals for the betterment of our most intimate relationships.

There is perhaps no worse feeling in life than the feeling of being betrayed by a spouse or significant other.

Sometimes couples can’t quite articulate their concerns regarding their relationship, but all the signs point to a disruption in their ability to connect emotionally.

Planning a wedding can be fun; but preparing to have a healthy, vibrant and lasting marriage takes intentional work.