Tom works long hours. When he gets home late at night, he’s exhausted, as is his wife Alicia. Alicia is managing their four kids— transporting...
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08.062015August 18, 2015
The Face Cloth
Tom was talking about something that was important to him and Ally asked about a face cloth. Tom was offended that she interrupted him. They...
04.062015August 18, 2015
The Gift
Ally wondered what birthday presents to buy for Billy, her partner Tom’s son, whose ten year old birthday was in a few months. She often...
01.062015August 18, 2015
Let Your Hair Down
Tom and Ally were having a great time at a club when Tom was about to take a picture of them to capture the night....
28.052015August 18, 2015
This is What I Think
People don’t like to be told what to do. In relationships, partners don’t like to be told what to do. If a partner asks for...
25.052015August 18, 2015
Just to Hear Your Voice
Cindy is a collegiate coach. She works long hours, especially in season. She enjoys working with student athletes, motivating them to achieve. Her husband Ron...
21.052015August 18, 2015
The Move
Ross and Debbie moved from out West and were deciding whether to return. Ross said, “I told you I appreciated you moving out here.” Because...
18.052015August 18, 2015
It’s Not a Big Deal
“It’s not a big deal.” This is not an uncommon statement in couples therapy (more frequently expressed by men), however the statement is a big...
14.052015August 18, 2015
The Showerhead
Tom and Alicia were rehabbing a bathroom and needed to decide on the fixtures. Alicia shared the plumber’s suggestion of showerheads and Tom researched the...
11.052015August 18, 2015
The Wanderer
Matt recently retired; but began leaving the house, saying he was checking his Post Office box, but not returning for hours. Lisa wasn’t sure where...