Couples Counseling

Does it feel like pulling teeth to get your partner to open up, or even have a meaningful conversation? Maybe they never feel fully present or invested, or they might always give vague answers instead of being clear about what they want.
Needless to say, having an avoidant partner can be frustrating, and even hurtful. But, chances are, they aren’t “avoiding” you because of anything you’ve done. Some people are more avoidant for a reason. Getting to the root cause can be the key to understanding their behaviors and their lack of communication.

Non-monogamous relationships are becoming more popular and accepted across the country. It’s estimated that between 3-7% of people in North America are in non-monogamous relationships, and even more have expressed an interest in them. This lifestyle can absolutely work for everyone involved — if you’re all on the same page.

You might not have the same butterflies and physical desires you did when you were dating years ago. But that doesn’t mean there shouldn’t be a strong sense of intimacy.

If you’ve been stuck in a relationship rut for a while, it might be time to go deeper than that. It might be time to identify what you truly want in a relationship.

Planning a wedding might feel a little overwhelming at times. But it’s also exciting and can be a lot of fun. When the day finally arrives, all of your planning and preparation pays off. You’re marrying the person you love. Everything is beautiful. The food is delicious, and the dancing goes on all night. Then

As Neil Sedaka’s song says, “breaking up is hard to do”. No matter how long you were in a relationship with someone, a breakup can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. You might experience various emotions from anger and frustration to deep sadness. Friends and family might encourage you to get “back in the game” and

Your attachment style is formed very early on in life. Attachment theory is the idea that how we bond and connect with our earliest caregivers can influence our relationships throughout life. Typically, that means that the bond you form with your caregiver(s) can set the course for how well you bond with other people. There

You can’t help who you love, and frankly, it shouldn’t matter where they come from, what their background is, or what they look like. It can be hard to believe that in the 21st century, bicultural marriages still face challenges, but they do. Unfortunately, some of those challenges can be taxing. Some of them are

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. You probably know family members and friends who deal with it. But, it’s different when you’re in a relationship with someone who has depression — especially if you live with them. Thankfully, there are many management techniques and treatment options for the

Intimacy is something that can’t be forced or faked. It’s also an important factor in a relationship. While many people automatically associate intimacy with something sexual, that isn’t necessarily the case. Rather, intimacy is a feeling of strong connection and closeness. You can certainly have sexual intimacy, but you can (and should) also experience emotional