Married but Living Apart: Is It Healthy or Just a Breakup in Disguise?
The idea of being married but living apart is gaining traction. Major publications, including The New York Times, have spotlighted couples who choose to maintain separate homes while staying in committed relationships . On the surface, this arrangement can sound appealing—less friction, fewer arguments over chores, and a chance to keep things “sizzly” without the […]
I I Love Him, But I’m Not Happy Anymore. What Now?
Key Takeaways Loving your husband but feeling unhappy doesn’t always mean your marriage is over — it’s a signal for growth, not necessarily divorce. Happiness in marriage depends on more than love; connection, respect, and emotional safety are just as important. Every marriage enters a power struggle stage — but it can become the doorway […]
Parenting on the Same Page: Why Being a Good Parent Isn’t Enough.
Is your parenting on the same page as your spouse’s parenting? You’re passionate about raising your children in the best possible way and parenting on the same page. You’ve attended parenting classes, read parenting tips, and have been conscientious about being a good mom or dad. There’s one key ingredient that you might have forgotten, […]
A Popular Blogger writes a review of our Marriage help program.
We wanted to share a review that a popular blogger wrote after reading and delving into our Total Marriage Transformation video course. If you’re not familiar with our program, it’s essentially a video guided marriage counseling at home program. We thank Heather, over at MommysFavoriteThings.com for writing her review!
My wife has BPD. What to do if you think your spouse has a personality disorder?
It is very frightening to think that something could be wrong with your spouse, mentally. Especially if you’ve described his/her behavior to others and they’ve said that it sounds like your spouse has a personality disorder. We’d like to provide you with some resources to let you see how it is still possible to work […]
“How My Therapist Destroyed My Marriage”- Has this happened to you?
“How My Therapist Destroyed My Marriage” is the story of too many people’s experiences yet most people are unaware of how common it is. Have you ever wondered what prompts couples to give up on their marriage? While there are certain events that can push a marriage over the edge, many couples are successfully able […]
Marriage counseling or Individual counseling for an unhappy marriage?
Marriage counseling or individual counseling? People often wonder if they should start seeing a therapist for their own “stuff” or if it would be more beneficial to attend marriage counseling together. This is a very important question. Question: Should I get a divorce or stay married? I’ve gone from definite divorce to possible divorce. My […]
Is Name Calling Verbal Abuse? What is considered verbal abuse?
It’s a question many spouses ask when conflict in marriage escalates: “Is name-calling abuse, or just fighting?” The truth is, name-calling is a form of verbal abuse—and over time, it can erode trust, safety, and self-worth in a marriage. Verbal abuse often starts small: a sarcastic comment, a put-down, or an insult “said in anger.” […]
Is my wife cheating? I need marriage advice.
You’re wondering, “Is my wife cheating?” Our marriage advice to you is to share your feelings with her in a safe and connected way. We’ll give you more details on how to do just that. More marriage advice for you in this time of doubt: Communication or provocation? Make your communication problems disappear. How to […]
How My Therapist Destroyed My Marriage Part II
How my Therapist Destroyed my Marriage Part 2 A previous article I wrote entitled, “How My Therapist Destroyed My Marriage”– provoked a few strong responses from fellow mental health professionals. For those that think I am discouraging individual therapy, know this. I do not believe all individual therapy is harmful for a marriage. The problem […]
Enjoying Thanksgiving dinner with your extended family
There’s so much anxiety that people feel before spending time together with extended family and with in-laws. There’s a real reason for that and often it’s due to the fact that you feel underminded by your extended family. Here’s how to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with your extended family. More inspiration for how to deal with […]
Love again- 3 ways to infuse love into your relationship
When you are going through a rough patch in your marriage, it’s hard to believe that you’ll ever love again. If you follow the following relationship advice, you will be well equipped to loving and healing together again. More inspiration on how to love again: 6 ways to stay in love forever and start getting […]
Online Marriage Course: The 5 Step Plan to a Happy Marriage
If you’re a DIY type of person—or you’re on a budget and can’t commit to in-person marriage counseling—an online marriage course might be the perfect solution. That’s exactly why we created The 5 Step Plan to a Happy Marriage: a self-paced course that teaches you the essential steps to repair your relationship and build lasting […]
What the Bible Says About Marriage—and How It Can Transform Your Relationship
If you hold traditional values and want marriage counseling that aligns with your faith, you may wonder: What does the Bible actually say about marriage—and how should that shape counseling? Though I am an Orthodox Rabbi, my therapy practice is non-denominational. Sometimes couples who are seeking Christian marriage counseling or Bible-based therapy ask me to share […]
Relationship Self-Help That Actually Helps (Plus Our Top Books)
When your marriage feels wobbly, the hardest part is deciding what to do first. Should you read a book, start a course, or go all-in on a retreat? Below is a simple path you can follow today—starting with our on-demand 5 Steps to a Happy Marriage Guided Journey Back to Love program—plus the exact books […]
Angry Spouse? What to do if you’re living with an angry wife or an angry husband.
“My wife is always mad at me!” “Why is my husband angry with me?” One of the most common yet challenging issues I see when working with couples is anger. Anger is one of the most powerful and most destructive human emotions. The long-term damage it can have on a marriage can be irreparable as […]
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? Because nothing is more diffusing to someone with anger issues than to be “mirrored back”. When you repeat back what your spouse is saying and validate his/her upset feelings, you […]
Transform your anger issues in marriage into compassion.
This story will help you transform your anger issues in marriage into compassion. My toddler reminded me of an invaluable lesson last night that I wanted to share with you. Although he has learned to sleep the night, it seems that he has been getting in multiple new teeth over the past week and has […]
Principles for a happy biblical marriage.
Many traditional families (not only those looking for christian marriage counseling!) want to follow the bible to enjoy a healthy, happy, biblical marriage.
A Biblical Marriage: What does the Bible Say About Marriage?
So many of you are looking for marriage counseling that is going to support your traditional marriage. You want to know how to best support a marriage that is biblical. We can help provide you with some resources that are sure to support your path towards a happy, biblical marriage.