Heather A Vale, MA, RCC

08/05/2025

Reminder …

02/09/2025

12/27/2024

Why six seconds? Because in those six seconds, everything slows down. It’s a pause to focus on your partner, to share a moment that says, "You matter to me."

The Six-Second Kiss is more than a kiss, it is a meaningful ritual of connection. Rooted in Dr. John Gottman’s research, this small but intentional act demonstrates how brief moments of attention and affection can ignite intimacy, build trust, and strengthen emotional bonds.

Think of it as a love note written without words. Six seconds to turn toward your partner, no matter how hectic life gets. Next time, let it linger and feel the difference.

10/15/2024

09/25/2024

Do you and your partner struggle with resolving conflicts? In a healthy relationship, every conflict is a chance to understand each other better. Stay curious and remember that how you repair and move forward together is more important than what you fight about.

For more insights on relationships, learn more in the Marriage Minute newsletter: https://bit.ly/3wNlbyC

09/13/2024

Laughter is said to be the best medicine. Wouldn't it be great to be six again?

04/24/2024

You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending. —- C S Lewis

08/15/2023

Life experiences, family dynamics, and the influence of society in general can create a lot of ideas of what a marriage "should" look like, especially when it comes to wedding planning and handling conflict. What people often forget is that the wedding itself is a symbol of something much greater: a marriage.

Learn more about Debunking 5 Myths About Premarital Conflict: https://bit.ly/3Kxncmg

This post is not intended to address situations of abuse. If you or someone you know is in danger, or an abusive situation, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233.

08/09/2023

Mental Health Reminder

Your mind will believe what you tell it.
Feed it hope, love, truth, and positivity.

Credit: Natural Life

02/15/2023

Relationship conflict can cause one or both partners to feel overwhelmed, or “flooded.” This physiological arousal sometimes leads to stonewalling, one of Dr. John Gottman’s 4 predictors of relationship instability.
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Certified Gottman Therapist Laura Silverstein, LCSW shares strategies for how to minimize flooding and stonewalling in your relationship: http://bit.ly/3E1C759

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11/27/2022

With winter holidays and events around the corner, we’re heading into a season of increased social activities. This can bring about feelings of joy & connection, but can also lead to stress around family dynamics and expectations. But it does not need to be like that. We invite you to join us in a...