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,...
Healing in Relationship: How EMDR Can Support Couples

Healing in Relationship: How EMDR Can Support Couples

  I’m back this week with the third and final installment of our series on EMDR. If this form of therapy is new to you, start here. Last week, we explored what EMDR looks like in a session. Today, we’re talking about what it could mean for you and your partner if...
Rebuilding Trust After an Affair? This Handy Acronym Can Help

Rebuilding Trust After an Affair? This Handy Acronym Can Help

  Recovering from an affair is one of the most challenging journeys a couple can face. Over the past few weeks, we’ve explored the key stages of affair recovery using The Gottman Institute’s Trust Revival Method: Atonement, Attunement, and Attachment. Each step...