One of the most common complaints I hear from couples in my office is: “I just don’t feel like my partner is listening to me!” After this statement, I’ll usually hear a list of reasons why this partner thinks their partner is not listening. These reasons range...
Some Common Questions Addressed In This Guide To Communication 1. How can I communicate better with my partner? We will help you learn to express how you feel without blaming, practice active listening by giving full attention, validate their emotions even when you...
Do you believe the best about your spouse, or believe the worst? If I were to ask you if you generally believe that your future spouse (or current spouse/significant other if you are already in a relationship) has your best interest in mind or your worst, what would...
As a Relationship Counselor in Atlanta, I am often working with clients on their boundaries in relationships. I am a huge fan of the book “Boundaries” by Cloud and Townsend, and often recommend it for clients to read in helping them learn more about what...
One of the things I often notice when talking with people about the holidays is an overall attitude that the holidays happen to us. We feel that it is just a natural part of the holidays to feel stressed, overwhelmed, and depressed. We allow ourselves to be swept...
The countdown is on. We have only 2 weeks until Thanksgiving, and 47 shopping days left until Christmas. I’ve seen Christmas decorations in stores for weeks now, and I’m starting to see all the tell-tale signs of the holiday season not just approaching,...
