Reestablishing Trust After Infidelity
Discovering that your partner has been unfaithful can feel like your world has shattered. Shock, grief, anger, and disbelief often come all at once. Yet as painful as infidelity is, it doesn’t always mean the end of your marriage. Many couples not only recover from affairs but go on to build stronger, more honest, and […]
People in Conventional Relationships can Learn a Lot from Neurodiverse Couples
Couples with one or both partners on the autism spectrum face challenges just like people in typical relationships do. Neurodiverse couples face communication challenges that can be addressed to maintain healthy, fulfilling, and long-lasting relationships. That said, there are plenty of unique strengths or benefits to being in a neurodiverse relationship! And while no two […]
What is a Couples Counseling Vacation?
If you have a goal to travel more, consider adding a couples retreat to your itinerary! In this article, let’s talk about what couples counseling vacations are, what to look for in a couples retreat, and what the benefits are of going on this type of adventure with your spouse. What Are Couples Counseling Vacations? […]
After the Affair: How Honest Communication Can Help You Heal or Move On
Learning to Communicate Again After Infidelity Learning how to communicate again after experiencing infidelity is one of the most difficult obstacles a couple can face in a lifetime. However, it’s worth putting in the work because a relationship can never experience a deep emotional connection if partners cannot express themselves openly and feel understood. Infidelity […]
Do You Believe in Soulmates? What Imago Therapy Teaches Us About Marriage
Everywhere from Reddit threads to dinner table debates, people ask: “Are soulmates real — or just a romantic myth?” As a Rabbi and psychotherapist, I see this question come up often in my work with couples. From an Imago Relationship Therapy perspective, the answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. In many ways, soulmates […]
Why It’s Important to Go On Dates with Your Spouse & 3 Ideas to Try
Remember the excitement you felt when you were first dating your spouse? The amount of care you put into your outfit and your appearance? The anticipation of seeing each other and the strong desire to reach out and connect again? Going on dates isn’t something only new couples can enjoy. In fact, even though there […]
How to Stick to Your New Year’s Resolution in 2025 (Even If You’ve Failed Before)
Every December, millions of us tell ourselves: “This is the year I’ll finally stick to my resolution.” Yet by February, most goals have fizzled out. Sound familiar? After the upheaval of the past few years, it’s natural to wonder if setting resolutions even matters anymore. With so much out of our control, why bother? But […]
Control Issues in a Relationship
“Control issues” usually stem from fear or anxiety. When a person is afraid of an outcome or wants things to be a certain way, they can become rigid. By feeling a sense of control, they can reduce their anxiety and feel that they have power. While it is easy to label someone as controlling, it […]
Holiday Parenting Tips for Married Couples: How to Stay United (and Sane)
Holidays are supposed to be magical. But for many married couples, they’re also the most stressful time of the year. Between extended family expectations, financial pressures, and kids bouncing off the walls with excitement, it’s easy for stress to turn into arguments. As a licensed therapist who has worked with couples for over 20 years, […]
Is My Spouse a Narcissist? How to Tell — and What to Do Next
If you’ve ever wondered, “Is my spouse a narcissist?” you’re not alone.The term narcissism has become one of the most common labels in modern relationships — often used to describe partners who seem selfish, emotionally unavailable, or unwilling to change. But here’s the truth: not every difficult partner is a narcissist, and not everyone who’s […]
Best Gifts to Give Your Spouse According to Their Love Language
By Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, LCPC — Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Advanced Imago Relationship Therapist, and co-founder of The Marriage Restoration Project. For more than 20 years, he’s helped couples transform hopeless marriages into lasting connection through structured dialogue and emotional safety. Why Love-Language-Based Gifts Matter Couples often ask, “What’s the best gift for my spouse?” or […]
What Surrendering in Marriage Really Means (and Why It Builds Trust)
When people hear the word surrender in marriage, it can feel loaded. Many immediately think: Becoming a doormat Losing independence Being taken advantage of But true surrender is not weakness. In fact, it requires self-respect, emotional intelligence, and inner strength. Healthy surrender in marriage is about letting go of unnecessary control, staying open-hearted, and building […]
Mismatched sexual desire
If you and your partner have mismatched sexual desire, with one of you desiring intimacy moreso than the other, that can feel very frustrating. Use the following tips to help you regain desire for each other and improve your intimate life. Improving your physical connection with each other 1. Use the Imago Dialogue, to communicate […]
3 Boundaries You Should Never Cross in Marriage (If You Want Lasting Love)
Boundaries in marriage are often misunderstood. Many think they create distance, but the truth is, healthy boundaries create safety, trust, and respect—the very foundation of intimacy. Think of boundaries as guardrails that protect your relationship from resentment, burnout, and emotional flooding. When couples blur or ignore them, trust erodes. When couples honor them, connection deepens. […]
How to Cope With Grief After Divorce: Stages, Timeline, and Healing Tips
Divorce grief can feel overwhelming. The end of a marriage isn’t just the loss of a partner—it’s the loss of shared dreams, routines, and part of your identity. Research shows divorce grief can mirror the intensity of losing a loved one¹. The good news: you’re not alone. Millions of people go through this every year, […]
How to Handle It When Your Partner Brings Work Stress Home
Work stress doesn’t just stay at the office—it often shows up at home too. If your spouse comes in the door tense, distracted, or irritable, it can leave you feeling ignored, frustrated, or resentful. This is common for couples, but if it’s not addressed, it can chip away at closeness over time. The good news? […]
Are you a saver or spender? Do your spouse’s money habits upset you?
By Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, LCPC — Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, The Marriage Restoration Project Why Money Personality Clashes Are So Common in Marriage Are you constantly thinking: “Why does my spouse spend so much?” or “Why is my partner so rigid about saving?” Money fights are among the most frequent, and most destructive, conflict zones […]
How to Stay Connected as a Couple During the Holidays
Key takeaways Holiday stress and marriage often collide; short, scheduled holiday couple check-ins keep you aligned. Create small holiday traditions for couples to anchor connection amid busy calendars. Learn how to say no during the holidays so you can say “yes” to each other. Volunteering as a couple builds shared purpose and boosts well-being. 1) […]
How to Support Your Spouse Through Grief or Depression (Even When It Lasts Longer Than You’d Like)
When your partner is going through grief or depression, it’s natural to want them to “get better” quickly—not only for their sake, but for your own. But healing rarely follows our preferred timetable. In marriage, part of the journey is learning to make space for the other, even when life feels disrupted. What Would You […]
What to Do When Your Spouse Is Unreliable (and How to Rebuild Trust)
Feeling like your spouse is unreliable can be deeply disappointing. Life is hard enough—raising kids, working, managing responsibilities—without feeling like you can’t depend on your partner. For many couples, unreliability creates frustration, resentment, and even questions like: “Can I stay in this marriage if my spouse doesn’t change?” Here are some common reasons your partner […]