Do you remember the last time you had an argument with your partner? Did you feel lit up, frustrated, or even out of control? When we experience anger during a conflict with our partner, it's important to recognize that anger is often a secondary emotion, meaning that...
Danae Kauffman
Emotionally Flooded? Cognitive Restructuring Can Help.
Suzanne and Rick were having their third fight of the week over in-laws and vacations. Would the conflict ever end? Each time Suzanne tried to share her perspective with Rick, he would lose it and leave the room. How would they ever get through this argument to the...
REACH Forgiveness: How to Heal After Betrayal
Betrayal in a marriage is one of the most challenging experiences a couple can face. It can shatter trust, leave emotional scars, and make it difficult to move forward. Although infidelity is one of the most common types of betrayal, there are many other ways that...
How to Deal with Sleep Deprivation in Your Relationship
Do you find yourself sneaking naps during your lunch break? Perhaps you find yourself regularly depending on coffee or some other source of caffeine to make it through your day? Whether you are sleep-deprived from having a young family, poor sleeping habits causing...
Do You Need Couples Therapy? Take This 5-Minute Quiz
Are you and your partner contemplating couples therapy but unsure if it's the right choice for you? Do you feel like your marriage could be even better than it currently is? Every relationship is unique and there are different reasons for seeking couples therapy....
4 Thoughtful Ways to Move Through Grief
Have you ever lost a close relationship or an important person in your life? Grief will impact all of us at some point in our lives. Whether it is the loss of a loved one, relationship, pet, or way of life, grief does not discriminate. During times of loss, it can be...
Can My Grief Be Connected to My Addiction?
While grief is a natural and often integral part of life, it can be challenging to navigate. When you're grieving, you're working through a series of losses to recreate the structure and routine essential to your day-to-day. Because of these challenges, it's no...
10 Thoughtful Questions to Ask Your Partner on Vacation
Do you and your spouse have a vacation planned? Are you hoping to leave the trip feeling recharged and more connected to your spouse? Some couples notice that their day-to-day routines can leave them feeling drained and longing for more time together, particularly...