Why Passion Fades—and How You Can Get It Back Long-term love evolves. It’s normal for desire to ebb and flow as careers grow, kids arrive, bodies change, and routines settle in. If you and your partner feel stuck, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken. Stress,...
Why In-Law Conversations Can Be So Tricky For more than 20 years as a couples counselor, I’ve seen how quickly a loving conversation can turn tense when the topic is in-laws. You’re not just talking about logistics or opinions—you’re talking about family loyalty, identity, history,...
When Infidelity Shakes the Foundation of Love It’s normal to wonder whether your relationship can survive. Some couples grow stronger after infidelity, while others drift apart. The difference isn’t luck—it’s having a structured path to rebuild emotional safety, clear communication, and shared accountability. As a...
Why Communication Is the Heartbeat of Every Relationship? As a couples counselor of 20 years, I’ve seen one theme shape every partnership—from Cleveland, Ohio to Charlotte, North Carolina, and Detroit, Michigan to Atlanta, Georgia: communication is the heartbeat of love. It’s how we create trust,...
Why Finances Matter in Relationships? Money is more than math—it’s meaning. It reflects our values, our hopes for the future, and the stories we carry from childhood. In cities like Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio, where families are balancing growth with practical budgets; Detroit, Michigan, where...
Conflict is inevitable. Disconnection doesn’t have to be. When you learn effective conflict resolution skills, you transform tense moments into opportunities for understanding, repair, and growth. As a couples counselor for over 20 years, I’ve sat with partners from Cleveland, Ohio to Charlotte, North Carolina—and...