Listening By Giving Up Floor

Listen In Ways That Your Partner Will Feel Heard You know something is missing. Granted you know that you love each other, but you feel your relationship is boring. Somehow you just don’t relax together in the same way. You’ve both noticed it, but when you do sit down together, you find that things slip […]

15 Steps to Increase Your Listening Skills

1. Turn off all screens so no noises go off. 2. Don’t problem solve until asked. 3. Pay attention with your eyes (except for eye rolling). 4. Make supportive noises. 5. Sit in an open posture. 6. Nod your head. 7. Let your partner finish unless you are really confused. 8. Ask for clarification: “I […]

8 Ways to Get The Most Out Of Your Marriage Counseling Sessions (From A Therapist With 40 Years Experience)

Couple sitting on the couch talking before their marriage counseling session.

Whether you are just starting your marriage counseling or have been going for a while, you may still need clarification about how to make the most of it. Having certain things in mind can make all of the difference in whether you achieve maximum results. Here you will find some essential suggestions to gain success. […]

Dealing With Infidelity? Here Are 7 Therapeutic Steps To Recover

Sad woman crying about husband's infidelity.

If you’re the victim of a partner cheating on you, you may feel baffled about the cause. Infidelity in all of its forms is baffling, heartbreaking and confusing. It’s not uncommon to blame the lack of a good sex life as the cause? Or perhaps, you were too involved with the kids. Or, your job […]

How To Get Over My Anger About My Partner’s Infidelity

Why Can’t I Get Over My Anger? You may be surprised at the intensity of your anger at your partner who has had an affair. You may be even more confused at how long it takes to let go of that anger because you keep having flashbacks when you see a movie or a television […]

5 Tips To Help You Grow If Cheating Has Rocked Your Relationship

Unhappy couple exploring how to repair their relationship after cheating and betrayal.

75% of the couples who seek marriage or relationship counseling after discovering infidelity or cheating not only survive but thrive.  Granted, that’s a select audience because some couples give up and call a lawyer. However, I cite this statistic to give you hope if you are even considering working on your marriage after experiencing the […]