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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.
Can this marriage be saved?
“Can this marriage be saved?” – is a question that people ask a lot. We often hear about predicaments that couples are in and often,
Breaking the Cycle of Resentment: How to Let Go and Move Forward
No matter how long you’ve been together, every relationship can have highs and lows. From the excitement of first getting married to the challenges of
Are you looking for the Best Couples Retreat?
No doubt, when you do a search for the best couples retreat, you are looking for a marriage counseling retreat that will actually work! Yes,
Parenting Methods: When Your Child Does Things You Don’t Want Them To Do
No Judgment here on Baltimore Mom of the Year! Comment on the choice of parenting methods used by Baltimore Mom of the Year, Toya Graham,
Listen to our Imago therapy interview about relationships
The Jewish Home and Family Show on Israel National Radio (Arutz Sheva) by Leora Mandel recently invited me on an Imago therapy interview. There are
Part II of How to Respond to Your Angry Spouse
Two weeks ago I wrote about how to respond to your angry spouse. Readers had a lot to say about it. Below are some of the
How to respond when your spouse is angry: Mirroring
We recommend using parts of the Imago dialogue to learn how to respond calmly and with intent when your spouse is angry, specifically mirroring. Why?
Is Imago Therapy Just Communication Skills? How It Actually Heals Relationships
If you’ve heard of Imago Relationship Therapy, you may think it’s just a structured way to talk—one person speaks, the other mirrors back, and that’s
PTSD in Marriage and how to help your spouse
The power of using words to process our pain and can be therapeutic for those experiencing post-traumatic stress. Holocaust survivors who did not talk about
Are Non Religious Marriage Retreats the Right Choice for Couples? What to Expect from a Secular Intensive
When most people think of marriage retreats, they often picture religious settings, church groups, and spiritual counseling. But are marriage retreats exclusively for religious couples?
How to Build Emotional Intimacy with Your Spouse: 3 Proven Ways to Feel Closer Than Ever
Exploring the Essence of Emotional Intimacy in Relationships Have you ever felt a subtle but persistent longing in your marriage—a sense that something important is
Couples Retreats as a Reset for Parents of Young Children
In the early years of parenting, life moves fast and rest comes slowly. Between sleepless nights, tantrums, nap schedules, mounting expenses, and managing a household,
How Do You Know If You Married the Wrong Person?
(And Why That Might Not Mean What You Think) By Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, MS, LCPC – Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor & Certified Imago Relationship TherapistCo-Founder
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
Protecting Your Children’s Stability While Deciding the Future of Your Marriage
When your marriage is in a season of uncertainty, one of the hardest questions to face is: How will this affect the kids? You may
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Marriage Intensives: How They Help Couples Rebuild Trust
What Is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Why It Works for Couples Relationships thrive on emotional connections. But when trust is broken or conflicts escalate,
The Smart Couple’s Guide to Hiring a Marriage Counselor Who Gets Results
Hiring a marriage counselor is one of the most important relationship decisions you’ll ever make—and not all therapists are equally equipped to help. Many couples
Separated But Not Done: Your Guide to Marriage Restoration After Separation
If you’re reading this, chances are you and your spouse are separated — and you’re wondering if marriage restoration after separation is possible. First of
Emergency Marriage Counseling: What to Do in the Next 72 Hours
If you’re searching for emergency marriage counseling, it probably means you’re standing at a crossroads — emotions are high, trust feels broken, and you don’t
How Long Does Infidelity Recovery Take? A Weekly vs. 2-Day Intensive Timeline You Can Trust
Every couple is different. With weekly counseling, many feel some relief within weeks, and deeper rebuilding often takes 12–24 months. With a 2-day intensive plus
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