


The Number 1 Job, The Highest Priority For Couples
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.

Checked Out? Why You Need To Check In.
If you want good relationships, you must be checked in. Checking in means giving your important person the right message.

Do You Choose For The Relationship?
Every choice has consequences in life. When you choose, do you consider whether your choice protects your important relationship?

Relationship Expectations; Are Yours Realistic?
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?

Communication; Notes From a Marriage Counselor
Better communication will improve your marriage. Here’s an important tip!

Couples Counseling – Make The Most of It
Counseling is a significant investment. Learn how to make the best use of it!
Is Problem Drinking A Problem In A Relationship?
Is drinking a problem in your important relationship? Problem drinking is not necessarily an addiction and not all problem drinkers are alcoholics. Yet their drinking may be a significant factor in a relationship in trouble.
Managing The New Reality; The impact of 24/7 Wired Communication on Relationships
Boundaries between important relationships and work/school life are increasingly blurred by the ready availability of various kinds of technology. It can be useful and it can be distracting and intrusive. How are the significant others in your life affected by your use of technology? How are you affected by their use of tablets, smart phones, laptops, etc?
Couple’s Therapy – What It Can Do For You
Entering couple’s therapy can be scary. What should you expect? While every therapist is different, this summary of my attitudes and beliefs about how and why couple’s therapy works might be helpful.
Dating; When Does a Relationship Really Become a Relationship?
How can you know if you are REALLY in a relationship? It’s easier than you think!
Seeking Counseling To Help Cope With Infidelity? Here’s What You Can Expect.
Counseling can be a life raft when a relationship is sinking under the weight of cheating.
Counseling; When You’re Struggling With The Challenge Of Infertility
Santa Rosa – there are lots of high achieving young couples here who are ready and willing to start a family. They are successful, educated, and can provide, but they haven’t been able to have a baby. Anyone who has been struggling with this issue for any...Couples Counseling and Communication; The Most Requested Skill
Santa Rosa couples seeking counseling most often need and want the help I provide to improve communication skills.
Infidelity – Counseling; Tough It Out….or Break Up?
Dealing with infidelity is difficult. It’s important to know how to deal with such a situation.