Couples and Money: How Can Newer Couples Talk About Money Comfortably?
How do newer couples start speaking with each other about money, especially when it feels unnatural? Difficult Topics Require Safe Conversations It’s important to learn a communication process to enable the couple to have a safe conversation about finances or any difficult topic. A safe conversation enables both parties to open up, feel fully heard, […]
Celebrity Couples Therapy Retreats: The Private Path to Clarity (Before You File)
Why this angle matters now When a high-profile relationship hits turbulence, the pressure is 24/7: cameras, staff, tour or production schedules, legal strategy, brand partners, and kids—often all at once. In moments like these, a confidential, clinician-led intensive lets you step out of the noise and make a conscious decision—whether to repair and recommit or […]
Symptoms of Codependency in Marriage & How to Overcome It
Wondering if you’re in a codependent relationship? If you are having marital issues and think you might have symptoms of codependency that are unhealthy, learn more about what it is and how it affects relationships and individuals. There are relationship therapy options that can help you both improve your relationship and save your marriage. Codependency […]
Who Is More Likely to Leave a Bad Relationship—Men or Women?
If you’ve ever wondered whether men or women are more likely to leave a relationship first, the research is pretty clear: women are more likely to initiate breakups and divorce. Studies show women initiate about two-thirds of divorces (Braver, Whitley, & Ng, 1994). But why? Let’s break down the main reasons. 1. Women Are More […]
Private Marriage Retreat vs. Weekly Counseling: How Long Does Marriage Counseling Take?
If you’re wondering how long does marriage counseling take, the answer depends on several variables. There’s no one-size-fits-all timeframe—it can vary based on whether you’re simply looking to gain new tools, or if you’re in crisis and need an urgent intervention. It also depends on the amount of emotional “baggage” each partner brings, and how […]
Does Couples Counseling Help? What You Really Need to Know
You’ve probably wondered: “Does couples counseling actually work? Or is it just going to stir up more problems?”That’s one of the top questions on Reddit, Quora, and ChatGPT—and the truth is, the answer is: it depends. Couples therapy can absolutely save relationships. But it can also make things worse if handled poorly. The difference comes […]
Incompatible Relationships | Can Marriage Counseling Help an Incompatible Relationship?
Can Marriage counseling help incompatible relationships? You bet it can. Think about it. There must have been something that drew you to your spouse in the first place. How is it that all of a sudden you are no longer compatible? Perhaps, you were never actually compatible and you still feel for each other. That’s […]
Should I Leave My Husband Just Because My Gut Says To?
Trusting your gut can be valuable in many areas of life. But when it comes to deciding whether to leave your marriage, the answer isn’t so simple. You may be feeling hopeless, stuck, or even desperate for relief—and your instinct might be telling you to walk away. But is that enough to make one of […]
Remaining Dates & Availability for 2020
Availability for 2020 If you don’t see two consecutive dates that work for you to schedule a private retreat and you would like to work with us, please call us to discuss your date preferences at 410-424-5864. January 1/2 January 5/6 January 15/16 January 19/20 January 22/23 January 26/27 January 29/30 February 5/6 February 9/10 […]
Why Entrepreneurs Can’t Afford to Ignore Their Marriage: Marie Forleo’s Story and the Power of Imago Therapy
Entrepreneurs often have more at stake than the average couple when their marriage falters—financially, emotionally, and even in terms of their business’s survival1. That’s what might have happened to Marie Forleo—dubbed the “thought leader for the next generation” by Oprah Winfrey—had she not invested in her relationship. Forleo, founder of MarieTV and the MarieForleo.com […]
Level Up Your Practice: Advanced Training for Therapists Who Want to Transform Relationships
(And Why Advanced Couples Therapy Training Is the Real Game-Changer) The path to becoming a marriage counselor begins in the classroom — and eventually leads to the therapy room. Typically, it looks like this: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field. Master’s degree in counseling, marriage and family therapy, or clinical social […]
How to expand your private practice
You may have figured out by now that growing your therapy practice is like traveling down a rabbit hole. You want to expand your private practice but there are so many things out there to try and spend money on – it’s endless. Networking, Facebook advertising, Google advertising, Social media posting, podcasting, referral connections, therapy […]
Married Business Owners and Couple Partners
Married business owners have double the challenges that a typical married couple has. There’s pressure to beat the odds of the startup business statistical success rate that we all have heard so much about. Long hours, endless days, working on the weekends, this is often what business owners need to do to succeed, at least […]
Business Burnout Is Real. So Is Marriage Burnout. Here’s How to Fix Both.
If you’re a business owner, you know what burnout feels like: exhaustion, lack of motivation, wondering if all the effort is worth it. But what many entrepreneurs don’t realize is that marriage burnout can hit just as hard — and the two often show up together. The truth? Your marriage and your business rise and […]
The Kiss of Death for any Married Business Owner
You’re a married business owner — ambitious, hardworking, and driven by a desire to create a better life for your family.You want success and connection. Financial freedom and emotional intimacy. But there’s one thing that can quietly sabotage everything you’ve built: An unhappy marriage is the kiss of death for any business owner. When Home […]
Anxious Avoidant Attachment in Marriage: Why One of You Shuts Down While the Other Gets Angry
Understanding the Anxious–Avoidant Cycle in Marriage (a.k.a. the Turtle and the Hailstorm)By Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, LCPC — Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Founder of The Marriage Restoration Project Why You Keep Having the Same Fight Does this sound familiar? One of you gets quiet, distant, and shuts down during conflict. The other gets louder, angrier, and […]
How to Rebuild Trust After Infidelity: Why an Intensive Couples Retreat Works Faster Than Weekly Therapy
Infidelity is one of the most painful betrayals a marriage can face. Whether it’s an emotional affair or physical adultery, it shakes the very foundation of trust. For many couples, the immediate reaction is: “Can we survive this? Or is our marriage over?” The good news: healing is possible. But it requires more than time. […]
When Should You Use Imago Dialogue? A Practical Guide for Couples
The Imago Dialogue process isn’t just a communication tool—it’s a structured way to heal, reconnect, and finally feel heard. But many couples wonder: When should we actually use it? Is it just for big blowups? Or can it work for everyday frustrations too? This guide explores common situations where the Imago Dialogue helps, why it […]
How to Suggest Marriage Counseling or Couples Therapy Without Freaking Them Out
Wondering how to bring up couples therapy to your partner? Suggesting relationship therapy or marriage counseling to your partner without freaking them out can be challenging if you don’t approach the subject carefully. Just bringing up the subject of counseling can make a defensive partner think you’re implying that something is wrong with the marriage. […]
Is Imago Therapy More Effective Than Traditional Marriage Counseling? What Couples Need to Know
When couples reach a breaking point, many turn to traditional marriage counseling hoping for clarity and repair. But what happens when therapy doesn’t work—or worse, makes things feel more hopeless? Many couples ask, ‘Why didn’t marriage counseling work for us?’ or search for answers like, ‘Is Imago therapy better than traditional counseling?’ If you’ve tried […]