Bob complained about Judy’s talking to him from another room. Since his hearing was declining as he aged, he needed Judy to talk to him...
24.042019April 3, 2019
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10.042019October 25, 2022
I’m Sorry
By Dr. Richard ReinIn Couples Therapy, Relationship Counseling, UncategorizedTags Apologies, Conflict, Remorse, Responsibility
Apologies help heal conflict. There are different levels of apologies and each level described below becomes more effective. Level 1: “I’m sorry.” This is the...
03.042019April 3, 2019
Bring Your Stuff
By Dr. Richard ReinIn Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Relationship CounselingTags Conversation, Marriage Counseling
I have a client who routinely shares with others that she’s in marriage counseling. She wants to break down the stigma of counseling by talking...
05.022019December 13, 2018
Before it’s too Late
By Dr. Richard ReinIn Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Relationship CounselingTags Attentive, Infidelity, Trust
The couples most likely to succeed are imbued with trust. Individuals trust that their partner won’t hurt, neglect, or betray them. Last Monday, I had...
30.012019December 13, 2018
Leave the Jerk
By Dr. Richard ReinIn Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Relationship CounselingTags Couples Counseling, Individual Counseling, Negative Relationships
When a person is struggling in their relationship, there is a tendency to talk to friends and family about the negative aspects of their partner....
23.012019January 14, 2026
Challenging Times
By Dr. Richard ReinIn Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Relationship CounselingTags Betrayal, Connection, Depression, Infidelity, Reviving Love
Bridget and Ed ended up in my office because Bridget had an affair. Ed was shocked because it seemed so out of character for Bridget....
16.012019December 13, 2018
A Problematic Thought
By Dr. Richard ReinIn Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Relationship CounselingTags Judging, Negotiating
Justin and Anna were struggling over the weekend. Both have active professional lives, in addition to tending to their kids on the weekend. They struggled...
02.012019December 13, 2018
I’ve Changed!
By Dr. Richard ReinIn Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Relationship CounselingTags Change, Communication, Language
Change is a crucial component of couples work. Couples counseling encourages partners to talk about what’s not working, so each person can change for the...
26.122018December 13, 2018
Like Roommates
By Dr. Richard ReinIn Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Relationship CounselingTags Conflict-Avoidant, Disconnected, Reconnect
Melissa and Alex described their relationship: no sex, no affection, little time together and a few conversations. Maybe they loved each other but certainly weren’t...
19.122018December 13, 2018
Shattered Glass
Gayle and Tony were having a holiday party and Gayle pulled out the china and crystal. Tony accidentally broke one of the glasses and Gayle...