“Conflict is connection. It’s how we figure out who we are, what we want, who our partners are and who they are becoming, and what they want. It’s how we bridge our differences and find our similarities, our points of connection. The problem is, we haven’t been taught...
Are you and your partner looking to ignite the spark in your relationship and foster a deeper connection? Maybe you’ve been so distracted with the kids that you haven’t had a chance to check in with your partner and see how you two are doing. Well, look no further!...
When you are in a relationship, every interaction holds the potential to deepen connection or create distance. This is true for even the most seemingly ordinary moments with your partner—whether you ask them to go for a walk, listen to a new song, or reach out to hold...
Does the subject of sex bring about tension, uncertainty, or arguments between you and your partner? Does your sex life feel stuck or disconnected? If so, you are not alone. Every couple faces disconnection with emotional and physical intimacy at some point in their...
Is your relationship a little stuck in the day-to-day to-dos? Do you find your conversations with your partner only focus on the to-do list? Did you pay the water bill? Can you take the dog to the groomer tomorrow? Does the car need an oil change? Connecting with your...
We are all, at our core, social beings. Both our darkest moments and greatest joys involve those who are closest to us. Our partners have the potential to be a source of support, safety, and security . . . or pain, loneliness, and anxiety. When we choose to enter into...
Dear Therapist, I’ve been reading about the Four Horsemen from The Gottman Method, and I really want to improve how I show up in my relationship. But honestly, it’s hard to catch myself in the moment. Sometimes it feels like I only realize I was critical or defensive...
AuDHD is the experience of having both Autism and ADHD—and it's more common than you might think. For many couples, this dual neurotype can bring both strengths and challenges to a relationship, including emotional dysregulation, executive functioning struggles, and...