I’ve been a promise keeper for most of my life, only breaking promises when left with no other choice – when a murmur in my heart began pounding so loud that it overruled me. There was the relationship that lacked kindness and mutuality – the friendship laced in...
I think most of us can agree that relationships are difficult. But it is the “why” behind this statement that causes the most confusion. Why are romantic commitments so hard to maintain? Is it the stress of work? Money? Kids? Who washes the dishes? Or, is...
Exploring Power Dynamics in Relationships with Catherine Hodes, LICSW Earlier this year, NCCT’s Intake Coordinator, Catherine Hodes, MSW, LICSW, was published in the Clinical Social Work Journal. Her paper, co-authored with Dr. Annelise Mennicke and titled...
Whether you’re experiencing marital distress or just temporary gridlock, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help. With online therapy and a wealth of marriage retreat options available across the nation, separating the wheat from the chaff can feel...
Being able to shift gears in the heat of an argument and initiate a thoughtful break may be one of the most crucial relationship skills. Breaks can afford you time to cool down, deepen your perspective and have a successful re-do with your partner. But for these to be...
Today’s woman is in a bind when it comes to love. Research shows that if you are a female in a heterosexual partnership, you are far more likely to initiate discussion around conflict and pick up on nonverbal cues of distress than your male counterpart. In...
