Change is a certainty — how you move through it is not. From becoming parents to launching kids, moving, retiring, or navigating grief or illness, this section explores how life’s transitions can challenge or deepen your relationship. Learn how to adapt together, not drift apart.
Do men and women experience and express anger differently, especially in their closest relationships? As a clinical psychologist, I’ve worked with many couples struggling with ineffective or hurtful ways of dealing with conflict and intense…
As a couples therapist, I’ve noticed that some of the most challenging times for relationships are during major life transitions. Whether it’s getting married, becoming parents, changing careers, relocating, or retiring, these pivotal moments can…
Dear Dr. K, My boyfriend has been a widower for 8 years. I asked him if he could please put his wife’s pic in the living room with the others or anywhere besides the bedroom….
Love may be blind—but you don’t have to be. Engagement is thrilling. Hopeful. Wildly romantic. But if you want a resilient, connected marriage—one that lasts long after the champagne’s gone—you’ll need more than butterflies. Our…
The new year is approaching, and this past year has been challenging for many people. Despite its highs and lows, 2023 allowed people to spend time with their loved ones. Many couples needed to continue…
Your husband is going through something hard, not life-threatening, but life-altering. His medical condition is changing how he looks, and he hates what he sees. He doesn’t want pictures taken. He brushes off your compliments….
Are you struggling in your marriage after having a baby? This is common. Many couples find their relationship changes dramatically when they become parents. This article shares the real story of Carlos and Cristina, who…
When the honeymoon phase wears off…how will you know and what can you do about it? Research tells us that the honeymoon period is quite real. It tends to last anywhere between 12 to 30…
We know that breaking up is hard to do. We also know that letting go of someone you love, even someone who you recognize is part of an unhealthy relationship, can still be challenging. Philip’s…
The transition to parenthood is one of the most significant changes a marriage can experience. While the arrival of a new baby brings joy and excitement, it also introduces unprecedented challenges to your relationship. Understanding…
For years, the concept of “empty nest syndrome” has loomed large in our cultural consciousness. It’s a term that evokes images of bereft parents, sadly puttering around a suddenly too-quiet house, at a loss for…
Getting married is an exciting milestone, but it’s just the beginning of the journey. Building a strong, healthy marriage takes ongoing effort and commitment from both partners. As a newlywed, there are many things you…
Every day, at Couples Therapy Inc., we help men come to grips with a restlessness inside that threatens to destroy their marriage. It’s a special kind of couples therapy, which demands that each spouse…
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