I’ve been seeing Sal and Denise in couples counseling for quite some time. When they started, you could cut the tension with a knife. It...
Archive for category: Couples Therapy
No Way Around It
Will was a former client of mine who I used to see when I was still doing individual counseling. He was currently struggling with his...
Don’t Text and Argue
Don’t text and drive is a familiar refrain, especially for teenagers. The reason—it’s so dangerous. Texting about issues in a relationship is also perilous. Conversations...
Teachable
Erin and Tom were invited to a neighbor’s house for a dinner party. When they asked what to bring, the neighbors said not to bring...
Lines in the Sand
Carol and Dave are approaching retirement and are trying to figure out where to live. Their adult children are settling down and having kids themselves....
I Love You But I’m Not In Love
“I love you but I’m not in love with you” is a familiar refrain in couples counseling. This comment can create anxiety for a partner...
Turning Point
Couples counseling primarily provides real time feedback to couples when they are communicating in session. Their newly learned skills eventually slip into their communication between...
At Fault Again
Ann and Jeff were sitting down for dinner when Jeff took a call from his father. His father was dealing with an urgent situation and...
Turning a Corner
Jeff and Diane were in trouble. Diane was questioning whether to continue the marriage. Jeff was critical and she had enough. In couples counseling we...
Desperation to Joy
I’ve been meeting with Kirsten and Adam in couples counseling for a few months now. As they are progressing, Kirsten shared that they have moved...