Ronelle Funk Counseling

07/18/2025

Esther, always hits the target 🎯

06/28/2025

Right on!

05/02/2025

I just finished the Hulu/FX series, "Dying for S*x." It was excellent! 🏆 The show is definitely rated M, but it's about much more than s*x. It's is based on a compelling true story, the acting is fabulous, and the last episode had so many wonderful layers. I definitely recommend it. 💛

https://youtu.be/B4WAcOJ5bvo?si=XCCb8tdY9pPmLjyI

04/28/2025

Past shame sure can twist things around inside our feelings

04/08/2025

This list is great.....I'll also add, "I want to be close to you. What can we do to feel closer?"

11 Things Couples can say to Each Other During a Fight:

1. “I’m listening. Help me understand what you’re feeling.”
👉 Shows willingness to hear their perspective without judgment.
2. “I see your point, and I want to work through this together.”
👉 Acknowledges their feelings and reinforces teamwork.
3. “I’m feeling overwhelmed—can we take a break and come back to this?”
👉 Prevents emotional flooding and ensures a more productive conversation.
4. “I care about you, and this argument doesn’t change that.”
👉 Reassures love and security, even in disagreement.
5. “I don’t want to win this argument—I want us to understand each other.”
👉 Shifts the focus from competition to connection.
6. “I can see how that hurt you. I’m really sorry.”👉 Takes accountability without getting defensive.
7. “I know I reacted strongly—let me try that again.”
👉 Models self-awareness and emotional regulation.
8. “I don’t have the right words right now, but I’m trying to work through this with you.”
👉 Validates their feelings even when struggling to express your own.
9. “I didn’t mean to dismiss you. Can you tell me more?”
👉 Shows openness to correction and deeper understanding.
10. “Let’s find a solution that works for both of us.”
👉 Encourages collaboration instead of blame.
11. “No matter what, I’m here for you.”
👉 Reassures stability and emotional safety.

01/28/2025

For anyone needing a little extra support this winter.
A low-cost therapy group beginning February 5th.
Winter Wellness is an in-person mindfulness, art and writing group that runs 6 weeks on Wednesdays from 5:30- 7pm. February 6- March 12. Total cost of the 6 weeks is $90.
Group is in-person on the Westside of Olympia, close to downtown.
High volume HEPA air filtration in the space.

09/10/2024

I am leading a couple's intimacy retreat at the beautiful Shafer Baillie Masion in Seattle October 10-13, 2024. We have room for 2 more couples. Please share 💙 and DM me for a discount. 🙏 See more info at www.nwioi.com/retreats

09/03/2024

Important to watch until the end. Jimmy is always great 😍

What do we do when people still feel attacked when we share our feelings about our marriage? We remember, we can't change them, we can't communicate for the...

07/14/2024

Always funny and on point 🤩

07/10/2024

A great group! Please share if you know anyone 🙏💙

06/20/2024

This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for support around increasing interpersonal skills and it's very affordable! Please share 🙏

05/27/2024

Hi Couples - would you like your relationship to move to a higher level? In conjunction with the Northwest Institute on Intimacy, I am leading a 3.5 day retreat in Seattle just in time for Valentine's Day. The Passion for Life retreat will deepen your emotional, s*xual, and spiritual connection. Feel free to share this post. For more info, DM me or go to

You were created for intimacy and pleasure – it is hard wired within you. The bond in marriage is the strongest when couples feel deeply loved, safe and connected. Marriage is the most enjoyable when partners are having fun and sharing pleasure. The practice of love over the course of a lifetime i...