by Staff Writer | Apr 1, 2018 | Conflict, Courage, Divorce
Statistics show that approximately one-third of Americans find themselves in a stepfamily relationship. Whether they are taking on the role of stepparent, stepchild or stepsibling, the stepfamily structure is not uncommon. Nor are the blended family challenges it...
by Staff Writer | Jan 25, 2018 | Conflict, Couples Therapy, Divorce, EFT
Expert Intimacy Advice from Martha Reeves, MA, LICSW If you have been married or in a committed relationship for 20 years or more, you have done something remarkable. Long-term committed relationships take more trust, loyalty, and sacrifice as time goes on. However,...
by Staff Writer | Dec 9, 2017 | Conflict, Crisis, Divorce
As we approach the holidays, relationships are on our minds more than ever. What do you buy for that special loved one? What is that “perfect” gift to convey what you are feeling about them? Of course, for couples in a relationship or marriage crisis, the question...
by Staff Writer | Dec 3, 2017 | Conflict, Crisis, Divorce, Gottman, Vulnerability
It’s natural to argue or disagree with each other every once in a while. However, when you find yourself fighting with your partner, and losing respect for the other, it’s time to address the situation before it gets worse. That’s exactly why Gottman...
by Kerry Lusignan | Sep 10, 2016 | Anger, Conflict, Crisis, Divorce, Retreats
Who says the good guy always wins? Even if you put in a grueling 40 (plus) hour work week, cook dinners, change diapers, and coach your kid’s soccer team, guess what? You may still not get it right! Despite your best attempts (and successes) at showing up for your...
by Staff Writer | Mar 28, 2015 | Crisis, Divorce, Gottman, Infidelity, Retreats
Couples attend private marriage retreats for a host of reasons. Perhaps your relationship has reached a critical point, and it’s clear something needs to change, but you don’t know where to begin. Work and family can take up every minute of the day, and finding time...