It might not sound like a giant leap forward, but after years Sally had finally asked Jake for a hug. (All names have been changed to maintain confidentiality) Years had passed and the gulf and tension between them had become chasm like until last week. They had been in counseling for several sessions and finally […]

I was talking to a dear friend earlier this morning. She was complaining about the frequent fights she and her husband had been having over the past six months. We commiserated together, as I had fought with my husband two nights ago (yes marriage therapists fight with their spouses also). We talked about the emotional […]

If you are looking for a quick fix, marriage counseling is not the answer. If you are looking for positive change, improved mood and communication in your relationship, it may be. I begin the article this way to dispel false claims and unrealistic expectations. In a world that is overrun with Internet and billboard messages […]