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Couple Therapy for Lesbians and Gay Men: The Basics
When to Seek Treatment I recently received a call from a woman who was interested in couple therapy. She and her partner were planning a wedding and thought it would be a good idea to have pre-marital...
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S. T. O. P – A four-step strategy for handling conflicts
1. STOP! As soon as you notice yourself getting uncomfortable with the way your conversation is going, STOP! Then say: I need a time out. This gives you a chance to take a break without blaming your...
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6 Keys of Assertive Communication
Communication is so important that it can make or break a relationship, is critical to success, and instantly reflects your self-esteem to listeners – for better or for worse. Assertive communication...
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Effectively Communicating with Your Spouse
An Interview with Therapist Diane DuBois LMFT By: Jaleh Are you having a difficult time communicating with your spouse? If so you’re not alone. Many married couples have a difficult time getting along...
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Father’s Day and “Fathering” Day
On this Father’s Day, what will you to to acknowledge the man that brought you into this Earth, and who showed you the ropes about how to be the good guy you’ve grown into? Remember your first little...
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What To Do If Your Spouse Won’t Go To Counseling
The scenario of one spouse recognizing that therapy might be useful to look at a troubled relationship while the other is resistant has several possible explanations. It may be that your partner has...
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Affairs: Why Men and Women Cheat
Dora said, “I thought we had a good marriage. I don’t understand why he had an affair.” Jacky said, “I know we haven’t been spending much time together recently because of work and the kids, but I’m...
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How to Spot Manipulation
How to Spot Manipulation We all want to get our needs met, but manipulators use underhanded methods. Manipulation is a way to covertly influence someone with indirect, deceptive, or abusive tactics....
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