I have come to believe that there are certain qualities in most good relationships. Having these qualities doesn’t guarantee that your relationship will stand the test of time, but these can be a good yardstick for measuring the authenticity (and … Read More
Most every couple who has come in for counseling has brought communication issues as one of their problems. Most of the time it was the #1 issue on the list. And for good reason. My books, He Said She Said … Read More
September 16th is National Stepfamily Day, which is a day to recognize these families across the United States. Stepfamilies are a type of blended family where two families come together to create a new family. In the USA, over 30% … Read More
We have heard tropes and clichés about relationships since we were young. Watching friends turn into lovers, seeing the good girl and the rebel get together or a one-night stand turns into a relationship, and yearning for a happily-ever-after have … Read More
Communication is one of the most common reasons couples end up in a therapist’s office. Good communication is a vital part of a good marriage, and it plays a big part in keeping relationships together. On the reverse side, poor … Read More
Lots of people talk about how to get a healthy relationship. Getting one is easy but keeping one is the challenge. We can all be of a certain mindset when we are trying to get our needs met and please … Read More