Sara (not her real name) came in for her appointment a while ago and I could tell something, other than the usual, was on her mind. She has been seeing her boyfriend for a little over a year. She’s 24 and he is 27 (not their actual ages). Sara’s been thinking about the future lately and believes she is ready for things to go to the next ...read more
Six Signs Your Relationship Probably Can’t Be Fixed
Being in a relationship – even the best of relationships – will always have some challenges. That’s completely normal. I’m a pretty optimistic guy, and, for the most part, believe that too many relationships end for the wrong reasons. I have found that, with some work and increased self-awareness, many couples can overcome enough of ...read more
How to Build Trust and Loyalty in Relationships
If you find yourself an untrusting soul in relationships because you have a trail of broken hearts (or maybe just a really good one that has left you scarred), you may be unsure about how to create a sense of safety and loyalty in your relationship. I was recently interviewed for an article on Bustle about this very topic. There are a ...read more
How Not To Settle For An “Average” Relationship
Too many people settle for less than they deserve when it comes to relationships. So how can you transform a mediocre relationship into something that delights you? I was recently interviewed for tips on improving relationships by A-Plus, an online magazine that reports positive news and lifestyle articles. If you are in a relationship that is ...read more
3 Common Relationship Fears and How to Move Beyond Them
We all have fears in our relationships. It’s absolutely normal. I was recently interviewed by Elite Daily about what are the most common fears and how to best address them proactively with your partner. If you are in a relationship where fears are starting to get in the way of your togetherness or you simply need some relationship advice and ...read more
7 Signs Your Relationship May Be Faltering and How to Get It Back On Track
If you are beginning to feel like your relationship is fading, you may want to take a look at a few of these possible symptoms. While it can be painful to be in this situation, your relationship doesn’t have to be doomed! Elite Daily interviewed me on possible signs of a waning relationship and what you can do about it. If you are in a ...read more
How to Know If You Are Marrying the Wrong Person
One of the biggest things that happen in our lives is finding a mate and getting married. This event is a pivotal moment for many people, and something they look forward to long before the event happens. Getting married can also be stressful and scary. But if you have the right partner along for the ride, then things should still be fun and ...read more
5 Signs You’re In A Great Relationship
Theodore Roosevelt once said that comparison was the thief of joy. If you are the kind of person that compares your relationship with friends, family, and social media strangers, you'll want to take a look at this. You’ll find some very common things that so many great relationships have in common. I was recently interviewed by Elite ...read more
Taking Care of Your Mental Health AND Your Relationship
Since May is Mental Health Awareness month, I thought it would be good to share an article from Bustle where I was recently interviewed about how to talk to your partner about your mental health. Sharing your experience with anxiety or depression with someone you’re in a relationship with can be daunting. This article offers a number of things ...read more
Give Your Relationship a Fighting Chance: 23 Tips to Fight Fair and Effectively
It goes without saying that even in the best of relationships, that there are going to be the inevitable conflicts. This is perfectly normal and natural. Sometimes our disagreements with each other can escalate into arguments, and we experience intense hurt, scared, and angry thoughts and emotions. When discussions turn into full-on ...read more
Navigating Fertility: 9 Practical Tips to Help You Cope
Navigating the emotional issues that naturally occur during your fertility journey is not always an easy path – as an individual and as a couple. And you are definitely not alone, although it may feel that way at times. Fertility issues impact 1 in 8 families in America. The stress can be enormous. Not just the societal pressure to have a family ...read more
Is Chronic Conflict Ruining Your Marriage…and Your Kids?
Every relationship has conflict. Whether it’s about which way the toilet paper should roll, sexual issues, or if it’s about financial disagreements or politics, they are bound to happen. However, living in a state of constant conflict is another matter altogether. Living this way can be a very painful experience for everyone ...read more
Out-of-the-Box Thinking for Last Minute Valentine Date Ideas
If you are looking for some out-of-the box thinking, and maybe some fun surprises for Valentine’s Day date ideas, or running a bit behind for planning what to do with your love, then here are some great ideas from my friends at Bustle. I was just interviewed for this article on tips to explore some interesting ideas, in addition to or maybe ...read more
Sexual Desire Discrepancies and What To Do About It
Do you feel like your partner wants sex all the time? You hate to say “no” (again), but then, why should you be having sex if you don’t want to? Sexual desire discrepancy is when one partner wants sex more frequently yet the occurrence of actual intercourse doesn’t match the desire. “I’m sorry, honey, not tonight,” is a common area of ...read more
When to Stop Talking About Your Ex So You Can Move On
It's the beginning of a new year. You and your ex broke up late last year, and one of your New Year's resolutions was to get over them so that you could move on. The problem might be that moving on is turning out to be actually much harder than you thought it would be. Kimmy Foskett, a writer from Elite Daily, was doing an article on this very ...read more