When Your Marriage Isn’t Working | How to Prevent Divorce (Podcast Episode)

Divorce is one of the most life-altering decisions you’ll ever make. It doesn’t just affect you — it ripples through your children, extended family, finances, and even your identity. That’s why, before you file papers or emotionally check out for good, you owe it to yourself (and your partner) to have these 5 essential conversations […]

Can My Marriage Survive After Infidelity? How to Rebuild Trust.

The Shattering Impact of Betrayal Few things shake a marriage like infidelity. Whether it’s an emotional affair, physical betrayal, or secret online connection, the effect is the same: a deep rupture of trust. Many spouses describe it as having the rug pulled out from under them — suddenly questioning everything they thought they knew about […]

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 unknowingly choose a counselor based on location, insurance coverage, or availability, only to discover that the fit isn’t right or the results are underwhelming. In this guide, you’ll learn how […]

Why Weekly Marriage Counseling Doesn’t Always Work (and What to Do Instead)

When your marriage is struggling, the last thing you want is to spend months—or even years—sitting in weekly counseling sessions that leave you feeling stuck. Intensive marriage retreats offer a faster, more effective path to clarity. In just a few days, you and your spouse can uncover whether your marriage is salvageable and start building […]

How to rebuild trust in a relationship after betrayal

Are trial separations a good idea? Do trial separations really work?

Podcast Episode with Rabbi Shlomo & Rivka Slatkin, Founders of The Marriage Restoration Project Are Trial Separations Good for a Marriage? Short answer: A trial separation may sound like a way to “reset” your relationship—but in most cases, it makes reconnection harder, not easier. As therapists, we’re often asked: “Should we try a trial separation […]

The big reveal! Shlomo and Rivka struggle (and have struggled for 19 years!) with…[Podcast + Video Training]

Listen to the podcast episode below to find out what we are struggling with! We’re currently working on a program on this topic. If you think our struggle resembles your own and you wish to learn more, watch the video below to get further help! How to Thrive as a Couple without Letting the Stress […]

What to do if you’re bored with your marriage? [Podcast Episode] Boring Marriage

Rivka: You might be listening on our podcast. Maybe watching a Youtube video. And whatever the case is today we want to talk to you about boredom in a marriage because we have a lot of readers writing to us things like, “I love my husband, and he’s such a great dad and he’s a […]

When your wife won’t speak to you. How to handle the silent treatment.

If your wife won’t talk to you—or you’re on the receiving end of the silent treatment—it can feel confusing, painful, and lonely. You may wonder: Should I give her space? Should I keep trying to talk? Is this a sign my marriage is in trouble? The truth is, silent treatment in marriage is more common […]

What to do if you’re in a boring marriage?

Many of you feel like you’re in a boring marriage. Trying to decide what to do about it- if you should stay or go. It’s a huge decision to make and we don’t want you to make it hastily. After all, your spouse is a lovely person. He may be a great dad or she’s […]

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 […]

When Having Fun Is Not Fun for You: How Childhood Trauma Shapes Joy in Marriage

For some people, “fun” isn’t lighthearted at all—it can actually feel stressful, overwhelming, or even painful. If you’ve ever felt out of place when your partner or kids are having a good time, you’re not broken. Sometimes, our relationship with fun is shaped by childhood trauma or past experiences that make joy feel unsafe. In […]

How to Save a Marriage When You’re the Only One Trying

How to save a marriage when you’re the only one trying does NOT include listening to SELFISH relationship advice that is commonly offered by friends, family, and even therapists. Listen now to find out what it DOES involve so that you can start winning your uninterested and distant spouse back ASAP. Podcast: Play in new […]

How to win your spouse back

If you’re looking to win your spouse’s heart back, you’re in for a treat. This episode is applicable to all in that it includes ways to improve your relationship and to be a better spouse. If your wife wants a divorce or your husband wants a divorce, this is all the more important for you! […]

Don’t overcomplicate your marriage! Simplify it…

When Siblings Meddle in Your Marriage: What to Do

Key Takeaways Family interference — especially siblings meddling in your marriage — can create conflict and emotional distance between spouses. Often, siblings don’t understand the deeper reasons behind your partner choice. Couples who set healthy boundaries with siblings and in-laws protect their marriage from outside influence. Energy belongs in your own relationship, not in trying […]

Married to a Narcissist: What Can You Do Besides Leave and Still Lead a Happy Life?

So many of you are searching for answers on what to do if you are married to a narcissistic husband or narcissistic wife. We provide those real, raw answers for you that will work to fix your marriage problems related to being married to a narcissist. Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 19:09 […]

How Far Would You Go to Prevent Divorce?

In this powerful episode, we dive into what it really means to fight for your relationship—especially when you’re facing a marriage crisis. Whether you’re on the verge of separation, trying to prevent divorce, or searching for a way to reconnect after years of disconnection, this conversation will open your eyes to the possibilities of healing. […]

Are You Re-Creating Your Childhood in Your Marriage? Here’s How to Recognise and Change the Pattern.

by Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, LCPC — Licensed clinical professional counselor, Advanced Imago Relationship Therapist Why Your Marriage Feels Like Childhood All Over Again If you’ve ever thought, “Why do I keep picking partners like my parent?” or “Why does my spouse trigger me the same way my mom or dad used to?” — you’re asking […]

Marriage Counselor Fears For His Life! An Interview with Laura Doyle, New York Times Bestselling Author of First Kill All The Marriage Counselors.

In our interview with Laura Doyle, author of First Kill All of the Marriage Counselors, we learn more about how she coaches women (ONLY!) to take ownership for their role in the marriage and how they can take it into their own hands to turn a failing marriage around…without the participation of her husband! Podcast: […]

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