A Curious Couples’ Guide to Exploring Ethical Non-Monogamy
Curious about ethical non-monogamy? This guide explores different types of ENM, common misconceptions, emotional challenges like jealousy and insecurity, and important conversations couples should have before opening their relationship.
Why You Avoid Conflict & Difficult Conversations in Your Relationship
Avoiding hard conversations in your relationship may keep the peace in the moment, but over time it can create distance, resentment, and emotional disconnection. Learn why couples hold things in, how conflict avoidance develops, and what helps conversations feel safer and more productive.
Fighting Fair When You Face a Conflict
Conflict in relationships is often viewed as something negative, but it doesn’t have to be. In fact, when handled correctly, conflict can be a powerful tool for growth and deeper connection between partners. In this blog, I discuss key principles to fighting fair, common pitfalls to avoid, and what you don't want to miss about repairing the aftermath.
Date Night Ideas in Grand Rapids
This blog describes unconventional date night ideas that go beyond dinner and a movie. These creative and inspired ideas are perfect for couples who want to increase the romance and have a little fun in the beautiful city of Grand Rapids.
Three Ideas to Help You Love Yourself a Little Extra Today
Read my three ideas for how to love yourself extra today. Each item includes an additional writing prompt to help you take it to the next level.
5 Simple Ways to Improve Communication in Your Relationship
If you and your partner can improve how you talk and share with one another, read this blog for 5 tips to enhance how you communicate. How many are you doing?
How Does Online Therapy Work? Your Questions Answered
Read my responses to the questions I get asked the most about telehealth therapy.
Is Couples Therapy Right For Us? What You Need to Know
Learn about the common issues that bring couples to therapy, four characteristics of couples who do well, and get a glimpse inside a couples therapy session.
My First Appointment is Approaching…What Should I Expect?
Be informed on what to expect before, during, and after the first therapy session in our work together.