Acknowledging that you might be contributing significantly to relationship problems requires immense courage and self-awareness. While it feels more comfortable to focus on a partner’s flaws and ...

What if the biggest problem in your relationship is not your partner, but the picture of love you have created in your head? We grow up watching stories where two people fall in love, overcome one big ...

“We have trouble communicating” is a very common complaint couples bring to therapists. A focus on improving communication is among the most common components of relationship education programs and ...

In every relationship, conflicts are inevitable. Some are minor disagreements, while others can escalate into intense confrontations. All couples have them — these problems are grounded in the ...

Human interactions are complex and come with their share of disappointments. This can be the case, for instance, when a loved one doesn’t react to our distress or joy the way we wish they had.

I grew up in a home where seeing my dad drink every night was the norm. His behavior meant he often didn't show up when I needed him, and he would frequently lie to prevent people from trying to make ...