The wife of a couple had a great description of what can happen in relationships. She said, “It is me versus you instead of us...
01.102024September 12, 2024
The wife of a couple had a great description of what can happen in relationships. She said, “It is me versus you instead of us...
Perfectionism is not a problem in itself. If someone holds high standards for themselves, that is their prerogative. However, if they impose those high standards...
If you don’t like what your partner is saying or how they are saying it, many individuals criticize their partner or tell them what they...
While marriage counseling with Todd and Deb initially focused on Deb’s infidelity, they gradually widened the lens to work on their marriage. Deb spoke of...
If a couple is seeking counseling, one essential quality to look for in a couple’s therapist is neutrality. That is, neither partner feels that the...
Andrea and Mark have been married for four decades and report their relationship was sometimes “horrible.” Andrea resented being emotionally treated like a punching bag....
Rachel is looking for emotional support from her sometimes dismissive husband, Rob. Rob tended to say, “You’re fine,” when she shared something emotionally upsetting. She...
Tasks in a relationship don’t have to be equal; they just need to be fair. Scorecards are used when a couple tries to prove they...
Erin and Jeff had two young children and were frequently in conflict. Now a stay-at-home mother, Erin expected Jeff to know what she needed. For...
I was now meeting with Paul and Jessica every 3 months and in their last session, Paul was reflecting on what they were doing differently....