How couples therapy helps couples make big life decisions together.

Conflict is a normal part of every healthy relationship. No matter how much two people love each other, there will be moments of misunderstanding, hurt feelings, and disagreement. The goal is not to avoid conflict altogether. Rather, it is to develop effective conflict resolution skills that allow you to navigate challenges while maintaining connection, empathy, and mutual respect. As a couples therapist, I often remind clients that most arguments are not actually about the topic at hand....

One of the questions I ask most often in therapy is, "Where do you feel that in your body?" Other variations are “What do you notice?” or “What’s coming up for you?” For some people, these questions feels natural. For others, it can feel surprising or even a little confusing at first. After all, if we are talking about emotions, why am I asking about physical sensations? The answer is simple. Our emotions do not exist only in our minds. They are also experienced in our bodies. Emotions are...