by Jennifer Long | Last updated Feb 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
If you have a goal to travel more in 2022, 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...
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Mar 11, 2024 | Blog, Imago Relationships, Jealousy and Infidelity, Marriage Bulilding, Marriage Counseling, Relationship Communication
Learning how to communicate again after experiencing infidelity is one of the most difficult obstacles one can experience in a lifetime. However, its worth putting in the work because a couple can never experience a deep connection emotionally if they cannot express...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Feb 15, 2022 | Blog, Imago Relationships, Marriage Bulilding, Relationship Communication
As a Rabbi and psychotherapist, I do believe we have soulmates. In my work with couples, I see how this plays out, particularly from the vantage point of Imago Relationship Therapy. The Journey We believe in Imago theory that a person is always attracted to the most...
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Feb 15, 2022 | Blog, Imago Relationships, Marriage Bulilding, Relationship Communication, Uncategorized
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...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Feb 1, 2022 | Blog, Imago Relationships, Marriage Bulilding, Relationship Communication
After the doozy that was 2020 and 2021, is there even a point to setting a New Year’s resolution when so many things are out of our control? That may be your inner perfectionist talking- if it can’t be perfect why do it in the first place? It’s...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Feb 15, 2022 | Blog, Family Relationships in Marriage, Imago Relationships, Jealousy and Infidelity, Marriage Counseling
“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...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Feb 1, 2022 | Blog, Family Relationships in Marriage, Imago Relationships, Relationship Communication
There are do’s and don’ts for successful coparenting relationships. These “rules” are important for your children’s sake, so that they can enjoy a stable environment even when having to split their time between two homes; which is...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Aug 10, 2022 | Blog, Imago Relationships, Relationship Communication, Uncategorized
Think your spouse is a narcissist? Thankfully there are a lot more resources out there to support a spouse married to an abusive partner. The most important thing is always to make sure that you are physically safe and not in danger. If you are truly safe and...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Dec 21, 2022 | Blog, Uncategorized
The Five Love Languages have been something I have taught my couples for years and people usually find it extremely valuable. Couples often wonder what to gift their partner based on their spouse’s unique love language. Gifts for the Five Love Languages ...
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Mar 9, 2024 | Blog, Imago Relationships, Marriage Bulilding, Relationship Communication, Uncategorized
What does it mean to surrender in your relationship—and why bother anyway? It might help to start by talking about what surrendering isn’t. After all, individualism, entrepreneurship, and equality are so strongly celebrated in our culture, so the idea of...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Dec 2, 2021 | Blog
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...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Feb 15, 2022 | Blog, Uncategorized
Boundaries are important in a relationship because they create a sense of safety, respect, and trust, all necessary ingredients for a healthy relationship. Boundaries acknowledge and validate the otherness of your partner instead of viewing them as an extension of...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Dec 2, 2021 | Blog
It is normal to experience grief after a divorce or breakup. It is hard ending a long-term relationship. Some of the feelings that arise are sadness, anger or resentment, and guilt. These are all feelings that can come up in the grieving process. While you may be sad...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Nov 30, 2021 | Blog
Even if your spouse is working from home these days, you might be feeling frustrated by how much they “take” their work home with them or the amount of stress and focus they give to their job. Work stress is common and it does impact relationships....
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Nov 26, 2023 | Blog
Some people are savers, others are spenders. These personalities type are formed based on what we saw growing up. Some are consistent with what we saw and others do the opposite of what we saw. Either way, our early models impact our money personalities. Awareness of...
by Jennifer Long | Last updated Nov 28, 2021 | Blog, Uncategorized
No matter what holidays or traditions you celebrate, the fall and winter seasons tend to get quite hectic. And with so many other demands on your attention—the kids and their academic and extracurricular activities, end-of-year work projects, visits (or Zoom calls)...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Nov 25, 2021 | Blog
What do you do when one spouse takes longer to grieve or to get through a depression? It is a challenging place when your spouse is going through a hard time. You want them to feel better and you also don’t like the impact it is having on your life. Ultimately,...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Mar 9, 2024 | Blog
Feeling like your spouse is unreliable is very disappointing. It’s hard enough raising a family, going to work, dealing with all of the responsibilities of life! Not being able to depend on the other adult in your immediate compounds that difficulty. What to do...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Last updated Feb 1, 2022 | Blog, Imago Relationships, Jealousy and Infidelity, Marriage Bulilding, Narcissism, Relationship Communication
For many couples, or one partner, even going to marriage counseling is a big stretch. You may be afraid the therapist will take sides or blame you. You may even think that addressing the situation will make it worse. That’s why it is extremely unhelpful for a...
by Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin | Nov 17, 2021 | Blog
If you’re wondering when it’s time to think about going to marriage counseling, know that here are signs that a couple would benefit from marriage counseling and some of those signs may seem obvious to one and not appear obvious to another! Signs that...
