When One Partner Grows and the Other Doesn’t: Navigating Relationship Imbalance — Part 2

When One Partner Grows and the Other Doesn’t: Navigating Relationship Imbalance — Part 2

Three Practical Steps to Reconnect and Realign   In Part 1 of this series, we explored what can happen when one partner has gone through a season of personal growth — and the other hasn’t. It’s more common than you might think, especially in long-term...
When One Partner Grows and the Other Doesn’t: Navigating Relationship Imbalance — Part 1

When One Partner Grows and the Other Doesn’t: Navigating Relationship Imbalance — Part 1

Navigating the Emotional Gap with Curiosity and Compassion   It’s a situation I see often in couples counseling: one partner embarks on a journey of personal growth — through therapy, spiritual practice, a career shift, or a big life transition — and the other...
Repairing Conflict with Openness and Softened Stances

Repairing Conflict with Openness and Softened Stances

  In the first post of this series, we explored the importance of accepting influence in relationships. Now let’s look at how this principle can completely shift the way we experience conflict with our partner.   When couples seek out couples counseling,...
Plan Your Summer Reset: Why Intentional Time Off Matters for Your Well-Being

Plan Your Summer Reset: Why Intentional Time Off Matters for Your Well-Being

  As the days get longer and the sun starts peeking out more often, many of us find ourselves dreaming of summer. Vacations, weekends at the coast, backyard BBQs — it’s a season that holds so much potential for joy, rest, and reconnection. But here’s the...