Most couples who come into my office have a general sense that sharing their true feelings will soften the edges of their conflicts and improve their connection. They’ve seen the therapy sessions on TV, where the husband admits that he’s not actually angry, he’s terrified. Terrified that he’s not [...]
“What exactly are we going to do?” This is usually the first question that just about everyone considering working with a sex and intimacy coach asks. Because this style of work is still relatively new in the grand scheme of personal growth, healing and wellness, very few people have [...]
As we continue letting you into the personal lives of our couples therapists, we are gracefully learning about and truly appreciating the vulnerability and kindness each therapist exempts during this interview process. This month, I am excited to interview Evelyn Natalya, LMFT. Evelyn has been with The Couples Center [...]
As we approach the peak of the holiday season, we can take a moment to be thankful for another year and time well spent with our loved ones. The holidays come with wonderful opportunities to slow down and enjoy moments with your family, but they often can come at the [...]
Whether you are mid scoff wondering "who this wacky therapist is claiming negative impacts of cuddling," or the other type, scanning your week to pinpoint all the potentially “too-much” cuddling you may have done, let's pause. Allow me to pull the release valve: cuddles are allowed, abound, and wonderful. [...]
I often wonder what ideas and thoughts come to mind when someone hears the words “open relationship.” I’ve asked around, casually, and I have heard a spectrum of replies. There have been judgmental statements, such as: “clearly they aren’t happy,” and “why would anyone do that, it’s disgusting and that’s [...]