If you’ve ever thought, “We love each other, but we feel a little distant,” you’re not alone. Emotional intimacy isn’t created through grand gestures—it’s nurtured through consistent, small moments of connection. Whether you live in Cleveland or Columbus, Ohio; Detroit, Michigan; Charlotte, North Carolina; or...
When anxiety or depression enters a relationship, both partners feel the ripple effects—plans shift, emotions fluctuate, and communication can get tangled. Yet, with empathy, structure, and the right professional support, relationships can grow stronger, not weaker. As a couples counselor with 20 years of experience,...
Every relationship carries small disappointments—but when they go unspoken or unresolved, they can quietly evolve into something far more corrosive: resentment. It doesn’t shout; it simmers. Over time, it erodes connection, turning affection into distance and communication into tension. After 20 years as a couples...
In a world that moves at lightning speed, it’s easy for love to get lost in the shuffle. One day you’re sharing long talks and laughter; the next, you’re trading quick updates between work calls, kids’ schedules, and texts that end with “We’ll talk later.”...
When love starts to feel routine or communication grows tense, one of the most powerful ways to reconnect isn’t a grand gesture—it’s a simple “thank you.” Gratitude might sound small, but in two decades as a couples counselor, I’ve seen it rebuild warmth, trust, and...
Why Emotional Honesty Is the Ultimate Act of Love When you strip away the small talk, the routines, and even the conflicts, what holds a relationship together is truth—the kind that speaks gently, bravely, and without pretense. Emotional honesty isn’t about oversharing or dramatic confessions;...