Marriage and Couples Therapy is an important and necessary service provided by many counselors. Treatment helps couples manage difficult life transitions and issues that impact their relationship. Couples who seek therapy may struggle with communication, parenting, infidelity, and trust issues. Furthermore, many couples seek therapy as a result of feeling disconnected or lacking shared meaning. The

“There are only two ways to influence human behavior: You can manipulate it, or you can inspire it.” A friend of mine posted this quote by Simon Sinek on Facebook. Simon Sinek is “fascinated by people and organizations that make the greatest and longest lasting impact on the world.” I have watched his Ted Talks

Dr. Gottman identified what he refers to as “The Four Horsemen” that lead to divorce and relationship demise. Criticism is the most commonly seen amongst the four. In my experience, it is the one that further exacerbates the other Four Horsemen – defensiveness, contempt, and stone walling. Criticisms are simply “wishes” that a partner holds. Yet,

Couple’s often come to therapy in crisis, not necessarily for a tune-up.  According to Dr. John Gottman, renowned relationship expert, couples wait an average of 6 years before seeking treatment.  Six years is a long time to build resentment.The Need to Address the Process vs. the ContentMy experience has been that couples often wait much