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Couples deserve to succeed Conflicts in a marriage are rarely about the issues, but instead how couples talk about the issues.

In our couples counseling sessions, partners communicate face-to-face, openly and honestly about their issues. Throughout the conversation we will identify and prevent flashpoints that create conflict escalation. We will give feedback and provide direction toward the most effective way of communicating in a given situation. Our feedback encourages respectful and mutually compassionate interactions, and helps dispel miscommunications that cause marital tensions. Small steps soon become major strides as couples progress from confrontation and impasse toward an understanding of their differences. The underlying goal of our sessions is to: increase the pleasure of spending time with your partner, heighten or reestablish emotional intimacy, and help rediscover happiness in your relationship. Over the years, Relationship Resources has helped hundreds of married and unmarried couples undo rigid and negative patterns of behavior and transform their relationships to newfound levels of happiness and enjoyment.

11/25/2025

Want to experience more relationship satisfaction? It starts with just 10 minutes tonight.

Research from The Gottman Institute shows that couples who practice shared gratitude rituals experience 2x more relationship satisfaction than those who don’t.

Here’s a simple evening practice to try with your partner:
• Set aside 10 minutes before bed - no phones, no TV, just the two of you.
• Take turns sharing three specific things you appreciated about each other today.
• Focus on the small moments: a gentle touch, a knowing smile, or how they remembered your favorite tea.

The key is being specific and present. Instead of "thanks for being nice," try "I loved how you listened without judgment when I was stressed about work."

This ritual creates what Dr. Gottman calls "emotional deposits”; small moments that build lasting connection and trust.

Over time, you’ll find yourself noticing the positive more often throughout your day. Try this each evening for a week and see the difference it makes in your relationship.

A simple 10 minutes, a lasting impact on your connection and trust.

11/20/2025

Ever catch yourself thinking "They're doing that just to annoy me?"

That's what relationship experts call negative override, where we start assuming the worst.

But here's the good news: acts of gratitude can retrain your brain to stop seeing only the worst.

When we pause to say "thank you" for the small things like remembering how we like our pizza, making us coffee, or grabbing a needed item on the way home, something powerful happens.

Our brain starts looking for the good stuff. And those old relationship wounds? They start healing when we notice what's working instead of what's broken. ❤️

When they're running late, instead of thinking "they don't respect my time," remember all the times they've shown up for you. When you look for ways to express gratitude, it changes the lens through which you see your partner and your relationship as a whole.

What's one thing your partner did today that you're grateful for? That simple shift could be the start of something beautiful.

11/12/2025

You come home and dinner is made. And you almost don't notice anymore.

Or, maybe it's the way they always fill your car with gas, remember to grab the milk, or handle that one recurring bill without being asked. These moments used to feel special. Now they just... happen.

That's what time does in relationships. The little things your partner does daily start to fade into the background. Not because you don't care, but because life gets busy and routines become invisible.

As we approach Thanksgiving, it's worth pausing to notice what's been there all along. When we focus on what we have instead of what we lack, we start to see how much love we already have.

Try this: List five things your partner does that make your life easier or better. Share one each day for the next five days. This lets them know you see what they do and that it matters.

Sometimes the simplest way to reconnect is to say: I notice. I'm grateful. Thank you.

What’s the first thing you’ll thank them for this week?

11/04/2025

When was the last time you felt truly grateful in your relationship?

Amid relationship challenges, gratitude might be the last thing on your mind. You might be focused on:
• What's missing
• What's hurting
• What needs to change

And that's completely normal.

But here's what we've learned from years of couples counseling: Gratitude isn't just about saying "thank you", it's about shifting how we see our relationship, even during the tough times.

Research shows that grateful couples experience:
• Greater emotional intimacy
• More constructive conflict resolution
• Deeper commitment to each other
• Increased empathy and understanding

This might sound ideal when things are going well, but what about when your relationship is strained?

Gratitude works even when your relationship feels strained. Why? Because it helps us notice the small moments of connection that still exist, even when bigger issues need work.

Think of gratitude like turning on a light in a dark room. You might still need to clean the room, but at least you can see what's actually there, including the good stuff you might have forgotten about.

💭Reflection for today: Can you think of one small thing your partner did recently that you’re grateful for?

10/29/2025

Ever ask your partner a question and get a one-word answer?

It’s rarely about disinterest.
Often, the question feels too narrow or too charged to answer honestly.

Dr. Richard Rein reminds us that curiosity keeps communication open.

When we ask to understand rather than to analyze, our partner feels safe enough to share.

Instead of “Why did you…?” try:
• “Help me understand what you were thinking.”
• “What felt important to you in that moment?”
• “What were you hoping I’d hear or see?”

Open-ended questions aren’t about getting the “right” answer.
They show your partner that you’re willing to listen without judgment.

10/22/2025

Sometimes what your partner doesn’t say speaks the loudest.

A sigh, a glance away, a tight jaw, these small cues often reveal what words can’t. When we miss them, conversations can go off course before we even realize it.

Dr. Richard Rein notes that non-verbal communication often carries more weight than spoken words. Eye contact, tone, and posture can either invite closeness or signal distance.

Try slowing down and noticing your partner’s expressions and body language during your next conversation. Are they relaxed or withdrawn? Engaged or overwhelmed?

When you tune in to those subtle shifts, you’re not just observing you’re showing care, empathy, and emotional awareness.

10/15/2025

When was the last time you really listened, without planning your reply?

Interrupting might seem small, but it quietly signals, “I’m not fully with you.”

When one partner is talking, the other often starts forming a response instead of hearing the message. That’s when misunderstandings, and escalation, begin.

Dr. Richard Rein explains that successful couples take turns speaking and resist the urge to cut in. Each partner needs to feel heard before the other responds. Even a short pause can make all the difference.

Next time you catch yourself jumping in, try jotting a quick note or simply breathe and wait for the natural pause. You’ll notice how much easier it becomes to truly understand each other.

Listening is one of the most active forms of love.

10/07/2025

Awareness of others is a crucial aspect of emotional intelligence in relationships. It involves being attuned to your partner's feelings, needs, and perspectives, even when they differ from your own.

Dr. John Gottman's research highlights that couples who practice this awareness are better at navigating conflicts and maintaining long-term satisfaction.

To cultivate awareness of others in your relationship, try:
• Actively listening without interrupting
• Paying attention to non-verbal cues like facial expressions and body language
• Asking open-ended questions to understand your partner's viewpoint

Remember, the goal isn't to agree on everything, but to acknowledge and respect each other's experiences. This awareness can lead to more empathetic responses and a stronger emotional connection.

When was the last time you truly put yourself in your partner's shoes during a conversation?

09/30/2025

I have a client who routinely shares with others that she’s in marriage counseling.

She wants to break down the stigma of counseling by talking about it freely. Since being in marriage counseling isn’t typically what individuals share, people are curious about what happens in marriage counseling. My client shares, “It’s a place where my husband and I bring our stuff.”

She continues, “It’s not about role-playing or doing exercises. It’s where we come to talk about what’s bothering us in our relationship and in our lives, and we work through it.”

Most couples in marriage counseling are no longer able to work through issues on their own. These conversations break down and the relationship becomes more tense and distant.

Marriage counseling teaches couples how to talk with each other about difficult topics and couples come to marriage counseling to practice doing things differently. In fact, I want couples to bring in their most difficult issues.

Bring your stuff.

09/23/2025

Here's what we rarely hear: The strongest couples aren't the ones who never struggle, they're the ones who face struggles together, openly and authentically.

Society often presents us with unrealistic relationship models: couples who never argue, partners who instinctively know each other's needs, relationships that require no effort to maintain. These myths create shame around normal relationship challenges.

But what if we redefined relationship strength? What if strength meant:
• Having difficult conversations with kindness
• Supporting each other through vulnerability
• Creating your own definition of partnership
• Choosing growth over perfection

When couples stop performing their relationship for others and start building it for themselves, something beautiful happens. They discover that their "imperfect" love story is exactly what they need.

Your relationship doesn't need to look like anyone else's. It just needs to work for the two people in it.

How might your relationship change if you stopped comparing it to others?

09/16/2025

"We can't afford to slow down now." "If I don't get this promotion, we'll never..." "Everyone expects us to have it all figured out."

Society pressures couples to constantly achieve, acquire, and advance. But what happens when this relentless pursuit of external success leaves your relationship running on empty?

Many couples find themselves living parallel lives: successful on paper but emotionally disconnected. They're so focused on building their dream life that they forget to enjoy the life they're building together.

The most fulfilling relationships understand that true success includes emotional intimacy, shared joy, and presence with each other. Sometimes the best investment in your future is simply being fully present today.

Consider this: When was the last time you and your partner celebrated something small together? A quiet evening, a shared laugh, a moment of gratitude?

Success in love is about who you become together along the way. Who are you becoming?

09/10/2025

You manage the household, excel at work, maintain social connections, support your partner's goals, and still feels like you’re falling short. Sound familiar?

Many women carry the weight of societal expectations to be the "perfect partner" - nurturing, selfless, and endlessly giving. This pressure often leads to burnout and resentment, creating distance in the very relationships they're trying to perfect.

The truth? Your worth isn't measured by how much you sacrifice for others. Healthy relationships thrive when both partners maintain their individual identities and needs.

Try this: Practice saying "I need..." instead of always asking "What do you need?" Your partner wants to support you too, but they can't read your mind.

Remember, expressing your needs is essential for creating the loving, balanced relationship you both deserve.

What would change in your relationship if you started voicing your needs?

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Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 2:30pm

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Conflicts in a marriage are rarely about the issues, but instead how couples talk about the issues. In our couples counseling sessions, partners communicate face-to-face, openly and honestly about their issues.

Throughout the conversation we identify and prevent flash-points that create conflict escalation. We give feedback and provide direction toward the most effective way of communicating in a given situation. Our feedback encourages respectful and mutually compassionate interactions, and helps dispel miscommunication that cause marital tensions. Small steps soon become major strides as couples progress from confrontation and impasse toward an understanding of their differences.

The underlying goal of our sessions is to: increase the pleasure of spending time with your partner, heighten or reestablish emotional intimacy, and help rediscover happiness in your relationship.

Over the years, Relationship Resources has helped hundreds of married and unmarried couples undo rigid and negative patterns of behavior and transform their relationships to newfound levels of happiness and enjoyment.