I’m delighted to see the rights of dads becoming enforced in family courts.

While the rise of joint custody arrangements in the United States represents progress for dads’ rights, there are several potential challenges and drawbacks associated with this shift, particularly from the perspective of kids…

Joint custody means interpersonal skills are more vital than ever…

An exit affair, also known as a "break-up affair" or "transitional affair," occurs when a partner engages in infidelity as a means to exit their current relationship or marriage.

This type of affair typically arises from dissatisfaction, resentment, or a desire to end the existing relationship but lacking the courage or ability to do so directly.

A "split self" affair, also known as a compartmentalized affair, refers to a situation where an individual engages in an extramarital relationship while still maintaining their commitment to their primary partner.

This type of affair often involves the individual creating separate compartments in their life, keeping the affair hidden from their primary partner and sometimes even from themselves to some extent.

The dynamics of such affairs can be complex and often involve various psychological processes. Let’s jump in…

Dr. Tara Swart is a neuroscientist, medical doctor, and leadership coach who integrates the fields of neuroscience and psychology to offer insights into optimizing brain function and improving overall well-being.

Her central ideas revolve around neuroplasticity, mindfulness, and the impact of thoughts and behaviors on brain structure and function.

Can these ideas improve couples therapy?

It’s a well-known fact that, as time passes, couples may feel distant, disconnected, and longing to rediscover the spark that once ignited their relationship…

As a couples therapist, I have witnessed firsthand the challenges couples face in maintaining intimacy over time.

However, through Tali Sharot's insights on habituation, we can explore innovative interventions to bring back intimacy in marriage…

Dr. Tali Sharot, a cognitive neuroscientist, has conducted research on habituation, particularly in the context of human decision-making and behavior.

Habituation refers to the psychological phenomenon where repeated exposure to a stimulus leads to decreased response or attention to that stimulus over time.

This is often how marriages and families are robbed of joy…

Monkey branching, a term coined to describe a behavior observed in primates, notably monkeys swinging from one branch to another without letting go of the first, finds its analogy in human relationships.

Some folks hold on to a current partner while they seek to climb higher with another.

When dealing with a passive-aggressive mother-in-law, it's essential to communicate your boundaries assertively and consistently.

This may involve setting limits on specific topics of conversation, establishing guidelines for visits or interactions, and communicating consequences for crossing boundaries.

Long-distance relationships involve partners who are geographically separated, often by considerable distances.

While technology facilitates communication, physical proximity remains a significant factor in relationship dynamics.

I’m so delighted whenever I get a chance to do premarital counseling. Pre-marital counseling can reduce your risk of divorce by over 30%.

Interested? Here are some questions to dive into before you see me….

Honesty about money is essential for an open, trusting intimacy.

Let’s discuss the trauma of financial infidelity, its ramifications on divorce, and insights from social science research and divorce coach thought leaders…

Narcissistic mothers and their daughters are often considered one of the most heartbreaking and agonizing bonds in human experience.

When a mother exhibits narcissistic traits, this dynamic can become fraught with complexity and emotional turbulence.