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The Marriage Restoration Blog: Insights from Shlomo & Rivka

Rabbi Shlomo and his wife, Rivka, were once that struggling couple—nearly two decades ago. After facing their own challenges in 23 years of marriage, raising five kids, and working with thousands of couples, they developed a powerful approach to healing relationships. Their personal journey from conflict to deep connection inspired them to dedicate their lives to helping others do the same.

Does Marriage Counseling Work? What to Do If Your Spouse Is Afraid of Couples Therapy

If you’ve ever thought, “Does marriage counseling even work?” or “My spouse will never go to therapy”, you’re not alone. Couples often come to this

My Husband Is Controlling and I Can’t Stand Him — Or Is It Something Deeper?

If you’ve ever said, “My husband is so controlling — I can’t stand him anymore!” or “My wife drives me crazy!”, you’re not alone. Many

You Found Out Your Spouse Is Using Pornography — Now What?

Finding out your spouse is using pornography can feel devastating. You may feel hurt, betrayed, disgusted, or even wonder if your marriage can survive. You’re

How to disagree with your spouse without fighting

On Fighting Fair: How to Disagree with Your Spouse Without Hurting Your Marriage

Every couple argues — but not every couple knows how to fight fair. Conflict itself doesn’t ruin a marriage; it’s how you handle it that

Overcoming Intimacy Issues Caused by Childhood Trauma

If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Could my childhood experiences be the reason I struggle with intimacy in my marriage?” — you’re not alone.Many couples

Renewing a Stagnant Marriage? Why a Weekend Intensive Might Be the Game-Changer

When it comes to the most important relationships in our lives—like our marriage— it’s easy to become complacent and take things for granted. Life can

Non-Religious Marriage Retreats: Reconnect Without a Specific Doctrine

Many couples want professional help restoring their marriage but prefer to do so without religious content. If that’s you, you may have noticed that a

Marriage Counseling Retreat vs Weekly Therapy: Which Is Better for Your Relationship?

If your marriage feels strained, you’ve already taken the hardest step — acknowledging that something needs to change.The next question many couples ask is: “Should

Want to Learn How to Communicate Better With Your Spouse? Start With This One Simple Habit

If you’re wondering how to communicate better with your spouse, the good news is—it’s easier than you think.Improving communication in marriage isn’t about learning tricks,

How to React to a Controlling Spouse (Without Losing Your Patience or Love)

Living with a controlling spouse can be frustrating and exhausting. You may feel powerless, criticized, or like nothing you do is ever good enough. But

My Wife Has BPD: What to Do If You Think Your Spouse Has a Personality Disorder

It’s frightening to wonder if something might be mentally or emotionally wrong with your spouse.Maybe you’ve described your partner’s behavior to others and someone said,

When Your Spouse Wants More or Less Religion Than You: How to Navigate Religious Differences in Marriage

Faith can be a powerful source of connection—or a major point of tension—between spouses.What happens when your partner’s level of religious observance changes? Maybe your

How to Gain Emotional Intelligence and Handle Rude, Hostile People

Sometimes someone says or does something and we instantly feel our blood boil.We can’t stand them. We replay the interaction in our head and think,

If Your Wife or Husband Wants a Divorce, Listen So You Can Repair Your Marriage

When your wife says she wants out—or your husband tells you he’s done—it can feel like the ground has been ripped out from under you.

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.

We’re Growing! Help us Welcome Our Newest Therapists

Looking for marriage counseling near you, only to find that our Baltimore counseling office is too far to travel? If you want to find someone

Communicating With Your Spouse Doesn’t Have to Stink! (Video Series)

If you’ve ever thought, “We just can’t communicate anymore,” — you’re not alone.Communication problems are the #1 issue most couples report in marriage counseling. But

That’s Funny, Honey: How to Use Humor During Marital Conflict to Stop Fights in Their Tracks

Think back to the last time you and your spouse laughed together. Really picture it — the shared glance, the smile you couldn’t hold

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

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Is It Okay to See Your Marriage Therapist Without Your Spouse?

You’ve finally scheduled couples therapy — but what happens if your spouse can’t make a session, refuses to come, or needs a break?Many people wonder

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I was hesitant to open up a can of worms by going into intensive therapy. I didn't want to face a lot of things from the past and when I finally did, I was able to make unbelievable gains both in my personal and professional life. When I finally faced pain that I'd been pushing away my entire life, I could actually deal with it instead of it constantly coming up in unexpressed ways which lead to a lot of anger. I didn't know how to talk about a lot of this stuff and I'm so glad I did. Rabbi Shlomo made it feel comfortable the whole time.

I wanted to get better but had no idea how. Now I finally have a plan and facing the old stuff isn't that bad now that I know where it's coming from!

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