by Carolyn | Feb 28, 2013 | Conflict Resolution, Marriage Counseling, Relationships
Couples believe that when they are in love, marriage is about agreeing, about NOT fighting. They’re afraid that if they disagree, or fight, something must be wrong with their relationship. Conflict does not cause divorce. In actuality, the number one predictor of...
by Carolyn | Sep 7, 2012 | Conflict Resolution, Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Learning to Communicate, Listening, Marriage Counseling
“Inside the heart of each and every one of us there is a longing to be understood by someone who really cares. When a person is understood, he or she can put up with almost anything in the world.” – Ed Hird, Author, Speaker, Minister Couples typically come in to...
by Carolyn | Aug 31, 2012 | Expressing Love, Marriage Counseling, San Diego Workshops
Join us for “Renewing Your Bonds of Love – A Relationship Enhancement Workshop” Do you ever wonder…how did we get pulled into this argument … again? Do you ever wish your partner understood what it is like for you when s/he shuts down and...
by Carolyn | Aug 15, 2012 | Couples Therapy, Expressions of Love, Learning to Communicate, Marriage Counseling, Relationships
Why is it that couples so often wind up arguing over seemingly simple matters? A small comment gets lost in translation and suddenly the tension rises until it becomes an insurmountable barrier to the relationship. “Most fights are really protests over emotional...
by Carolyn | Jun 29, 2012 | Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Marriage Counseling
Raising children in a home where conflict and fighting is the norm is very detrimental. Although the research shows divorce as the option most Americans choose, there IS another way. What is better for kids growing up is for the parents to figure out how to stop...
by Carolyn | Jun 27, 2012 | Learning to Communicate, Listening, Marriage Counseling
We live in a culture where “independence” is a desired quality of life. This Fourth of July our nation will celebrate Independence Day. A day off from our normal routines to reflect on all the benefits one receives from being “free” from the rules and obligations of a...
