Relationship Improvement
There are no perfect relationships, and all relationships go through their ups and downs. Improvement can be simple – or it can be challenging. Learn more about how to have the kind of relationship you hope for.
by Judith McFarland | Jan 9, 2017 | Couples Communication, Couples Counseling, Grief and Loss, Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
When the honeymoon is over, many couples part ways with varying degrees of loss. They may just be deciding to leave rather than learn how to stay! If this is a relationship worth having, isn’t it worth fighting for?
by Judith McFarland | Oct 28, 2016 | Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
Are you struggling to find a relationship where you feel that you and your significant other have chemistry? Read on for some information about the role that chemistry may play for you.
by Judith McFarland | May 14, 2016 | How Counseling Works, Internet Dating, Online Therapy, Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
About 3 years ago I worked with a couple whose marriage was coming apart for a variety of reasons. They wanted to separate gracefully and they wanted to remain friends. Following their separation and divorce, one partner immediately began dating and found a new...
by Judith McFarland | Mar 22, 2015 | Couples Counseling, Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
The discovery of cheating creates a whirlwind of emotions; anger, betrayal, confusion and fear are just a few. Don’t throw your relationship away without making the effort to save it; get quality couples counseling from a professional experienced in helping people deal.
by Judith McFarland | Feb 16, 2015 | Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
The number one priority job in a couples relationship is to make your partner feel loved. If you know how to do that, I predict that your relationship will be ever more successful.
by Judith McFarland | Jan 6, 2015 | Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships, Understanding and Decreasing Depression
Although it is difficult to accept, we learn more from pain than from pleasure. Emotional pain gives us important information about our relationships, allowing us to make choices and changes.
by Judith McFarland | Nov 8, 2014 | Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
Every choice has consequences in life. When you choose, do you consider whether your choice protects your important relationship?
by Judith McFarland | Aug 24, 2014 | Relationship Improvement
Is your important relationship a partnership or is it “All About” one person? What is the difference? Read more.
by Judith McFarland | Aug 12, 2014 | Couples Communication, Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
Our modern culture sets marriage up for failure by creating unrealistic expectations. What are your expectations? How do you handle it if you are disappointed?
by Judith McFarland | Jun 28, 2014 | Couples Communication, Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
When you are unhappy about something your special person is doing or saying, do you speak out? Many people don’t. It isn’t just that they wait until the right time, or pick their battles. They don’t say anything. Sometimes they steam in silence,...
by Judith McFarland | Jun 14, 2014 | Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
If you have arrived at a time in your relationship when you accept that you need to change, are you ready to change because that’s what required for you in order to work on personal integrity?
by Judith McFarland | May 26, 2014 | Couples Counseling, Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
Lots of people begin counseling because they want change, but change is hard. How does it happen? Is change what you want?
by Judith McFarland | Mar 18, 2014 | Couples Communication, Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
Better communication will improve your marriage. Here’s an important tip!
by Judith McFarland | Mar 5, 2014 | Couples Communication, Couples Counseling, How Counseling Works, Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
Counseling is a significant investment. Learn how to make the best use of it!
by Judith McFarland | Jan 18, 2013 | Relationship Improvement, Thoughts on relationships
Dealing with infidelity is difficult. It’s important to know how to deal with such a situation.