Positive Living Psychotherapy
Many people think the perfect relationship is when a couple never fights and is on the same page 100% of the time. However, researchers have found that a predictor of divorce is not necessarily fighting, but HOW partners fight. Learning the “right” way to fight will help you and your partner experience better communication and …
With all the time families have spent together during quarantine, communication struggles have emerged—particularly between teenagers and parents. You may be frustrated with a teen who won\’t talk to you. Take heart in knowing you aren\’t alone and aren\’t necessarily doing anything wrong. Keep reading to learn how the teen\’s developmental stage impacts communication. Also, …
While marriage troubles can feel very lonely, you are not alone in your suffering. Couples all around the world and from every walk of life struggle with issues that leave their marriages less than satisfying. It may help to learn a little about some of the most common causes of marital discord. Keep reading to …
Some relationships come and go, but families are for life. They are the people who will stick beside you through thick and thin, but that doesn\’t mean problems can\’t develop within a strong family unit. Two long years of lockdowns and restrictions changed the dynamic for many families. Do your loved ones bicker more since …
When couples struggle with communication, they need proven therapy techniques to help each partner feel heard and valued. Partners experiencing a breakdown in communication often feel angry and alone, which exacerbates the disconnection and relationship conflict. Our Marriage and Family Therapist, Jessica Bassett, specializes in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy. The Gottman Method is one …
Do successful blended families really exist? Growing up, you probably learned about stepfamilies from The Brady Bunch. While most people strive for this idyllic situation, many co-parents find it difficult to achieve at first. However, it’s not impossible. Here’s how you can create a great family unit out of multiple parents. Remember: New Partners Create …
Divorce counseling and couples counseling are two different types of therapy that have unique goals. If you and your spouse are at a crossroads in your marriage and trying to navigate the best path forward, it’s important to choose the right type of counseling to meet your needs. Take a closer look at these two …
