You remember how it was when you first met. That intense rush of excitement as you got ready for a big date. The feelings like all the possibilities in the world were endless and right there for your taking. Dates … Read More
Relationships thrive on consistency and rituals, so just like plants they must be watered daily to survive. A relationship that is rich in rituals and traditions is able to create a shared meaning together. This shared meaning is … Read More
Some people, whether they’re conscious of it or not, believe that once they are married all of the problems in their life will disappear. This idea is often reinforced through pop culture, like in television shows, music, books, … Read More
All marriages have their ups and downs. To enter into a marriage expecting it to be rainbows and butterflies for the entirety would be naive, to say the least. With that being said, there’s no shame in admitting to … Read More
Marriage Counselor In North Brooklyn Before your first marriage counselor session, you may be wondering what the counselor will tell you or what you’ll discuss. No need to be anxious about it! Your counselor is trained in this … Read More
Couples Therapy Things Must Always Be Fair/Equal I’m sure you’ve heard that “life is not fair.” Well, sometimes relationships aren’t exactly fair all the time, either. There may be times when your partner needs to lean on … Read More
Couples Therapy A lot of people go into marriage believing it should be easy. While marriage shouldn’t exactly be an uphill battle constantly, it definitely takes a level of work. In order to help your relationship be more successful, both … Read More
Making the transition from single life to living together can be quite a challenging experience for some people, especially if they have been living the single life for many years. The partner who is accustomed to leaving clothes on … Read More
LTR’s can be hard work Maintaining a long-term relationship (or LTR) is hard work; in the face of challenges, couples must have open lines of communication, the ability to have honest discussions, and the willingness to actively engage with … Read More
As a marriage and family therapist it was hard to miss Alain de Botton’s New York Times’ article “Why You Will Marry the Wrong Person.” In session couples mentioned the article, some with horror and some with relief. “If … Read More