Why In-Laws Matter in Relationships If you and your partner live in Cleveland, Ohio; Columbus, Ohio; Charlotte, North Carolina; or Detroit, Michigan, you already know how much family culture shapes daily life. In-Laws can be a source of incredible support—free childcare, Sunday dinners, wisdom from...
Why Couples Struggle to Talk About Sex As a couples counselor of 20 years, I’ve seen countless partners who love each other deeply but feel distant in the bedroom. It’s far more common than you may think. Emotional disconnection, stress, shame, or fear of rejection...
Why Technology and Relationships Matter in Relationships As a couples counselor with 20 years of experience, I’ve watched smartphones, social media, and streaming services transform how partners connect—and how they disconnect. Whether you’re in Cleveland, Ohio; Columbus, Ohio; Charlotte, North Carolina; or Detroit, Michigan, the...
Why Money Conversations Matter Money is one of the most common stressors in relationships—and it makes sense. Finances touch every part of daily life: housing, food, childcare, retirement, even date nights. When partners avoid or argue about money, the stress can quickly seep into communication,...
Why Sexual Issues in Relationships Matter As a couples counselor of 20 years, I’ve seen how sexual issues in relationships can quietly erode trust, closeness, and self-esteem—or become opportunities to build deeper connection. When sex is going well, partners often feel more secure, playful, and...
Introduction: Why Attachment Style Matters in Relationships As a couples counselor with 20 years of experience, I’ve seen one pattern shape relationships more than almost any other: Attachment Style. Whether you’re dating, married, or rebuilding trust after a tough season, your attachment patterns—formed in early...