Love Languages
In today’s video blog, I’m talking about love languages! What’s your love language? What’s your partner’s love language? And how can knowing about love languages improve your relationships? Find out …
1 key relationship skill to practice daily
Today, I’d like to share with y’all one of the most transformative relationship skills that I teach clients—how to listen. Specifically, how to really listen non-defensively. Practicing this self-less act …
Why I love Gottman Method
Today I’m sharing what I love about Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and why I use it in my practice! Link to The Relationship Cure: A 5 Step Guide to Strengthening …
4 things that get in the way of productive conflict
Want to learn to deal with conflict with your partner? Today I’m talking about things that get in the way of having a PRODUCTIVE conflict discussion with your partner, as …
The weekly meeting (and why you need one)
No, I’m not talking about a weekly meeting with your therapist. You don’t need a therapist to do this– just you, your partner, and an hour a week. I’m talking …
How to talk to your partner and really be heard
“HE’S JUST NOT LISTENING!” Have you heard yourself utter these words in frustration after a conflict discussion with your partner? It’s easy to feel angry and vilify your partner in …
Are you setting your partner up for failure?
If you’ve been in a relationship– any relationship, you’ve inevitably experienced being hurt or disappointed by another person. That’s not me being a pessimist, it just happens, even in the best …
The Glorification of “Going It Alone”
We live in a culture that puts a great deal of value on “doing it all.” We see images of women (and men) who keep a perfect house, and have …
Simple Words Your Partner Wants to Hear
Here’s a quick-and-easy way to build connection with your partner– you ready? Say “thank you.” And, before you write this off and tell yourself “OK, check, I already do that”– …