A look into family systems theory and how it guides our understanding of typical family roles (the Responsible One, the Peacekeeper, the Fixer, the Rebel, etc.) and how awareness can help us rewrite old patterns. Includes practical tools, cognitive reframes, and small behavior shifts for healthier gatherings this holiday season (and any other!)

How to create a moments of meaning during seasons where the traditional feel of "jolly and bright" don't fit. Read about reality during times of grief, burnout and overwhelm and how to lean into the struggle during holiday seasons that may pressure us to be "on" during times we don't have much to give.

Discover why dopamine overload can leave us feeling numb, disengaged, and unmotivated. Explore how modern life hijacks our brain’s reward system, and learn simple, practical strategies to implement immediately to reset dopamine for better focus, motivation, and pleasure.

You give, plan, and care for everyone - but still feel lonely and unseen. Explore the psychology behind why chronic givers burn out, the cost of one-way care, and evidence-based ways to restore balance.

Learn the hidden reasons we keep picking the wrong partner, how old relationship patterns and emotional habits shape our choices, and simple ways to create connection that feels safe, rewarding, and finally keeps us from asking, ‘How the hell did I end up here again?’

Learn more about differentiation: the skill of staying emotionally connected to others while maintaining a clear and secure sense of self. This blog explores how to build self-awareness, express what matters with confidence, and cultivate healthy, resilient relationships.

When trusted institutions like schools, workplaces, healthcare, or religious organizations dismiss individuality, the impact can be deeply isolating and harmful to mental health. This blog explores how systems built on conformity can create exclusion, institutional betrayal, and lasting psychological effects. Learn how counseling, community, and resilience can help heal from institutional harm and identity disruption.

Couples therapy myths debunked: Find out what really happens in relational counseling - and how it can transform your connection. Whether you’re navigating conflict, rebuilding trust, or simply wanting to deepen your bond, therapy offers tools that create lasting change.

A therapist’s spin on the popular 2-2-2 rule. Learn how regular check-ins every 2 weeks, 2 months, and 2 years can keep your relationship connected, aligned, and thriving. Simple questions and intentional timing can make all the difference for maintaining healthy connection.

Intimacy fades not from one big event, but from everyday habits that create quiet distance. This post explores 12 common patterns that undermine connection - and offers simple, relational-based ways to rebuild closeness through small, intentional moments. Includes a free couples activity to deepen connection.

Explore the science of happiness in relationships in Part 3 of our “The Many Ways We Love” relationship series. This blog examines whether people in monogamous or non-monogamous relationships are more satisfied, what the latest research tells us, and how myths around monogamy shape our understanding of love. Reflect on what truly makes relationships fulfilling and discover how different structures can support authentic connection.

Explore the history of non-monogamy in Part 2 of our “The Many Ways We Love” relationship series. This blog traces how non-monogamy has shaped cultures across time, why monogamy became dominant, and what these historical shifts mean for relationships today. Deepen your understanding of love, connection, and human relational complexity.

Explore the foundations of ethical non-monogamy (ENM) in Part 1 of our "The Many Ways We Love" relationship series. This blog unpacks common ENM structures, while addressing myths, emotional challenges, and the principles of consent and communication that define them. Learn how ethical non-monogamy offers diverse, intentional ways to build relationships beyond traditional monogamy. Read now to deepen your understanding of love, connection, and human relational complexity.

Why living in alignment doesn’t always feel easy - but choosing integrity over comfort can transform relationships, self-trust, and personal growth. Learn the difference between people-pleasing, self-abandonment, and true distress tolerance, with reflective questions and resources to help explore patterns and choices more deeply.

Learn the key differences between wants, needs, and expectations in relationships - and how naming them clearly can strengthen connection, reduce conflict, and improve communication. Includes a free reflection worksheet for couples.

Struggling with decision paralysis? This post breaks down anticipatory anxiety, why it shows up around meaningful choices, and how to build the resilience to move forward - even when we're unsure. Learn why anxiety isn’t the enemy, and how to take the next step with more confidence and self-trust.

Feeling disconnected in your relationship? Explore whether you're in a rough patch or something deeper - and what kind of reconnection you might need. Learn how small moments of disconnection can build up, how to recognize the signs early, and how to begin realigning through communication, boundaries, and unmet needs. Includes a free quiz and reconnection guide.

Feeling disconnected from who you really are? Explore how identity forms through old roles we played, relationships, and survival patterns — and how to reclaim your authentic self by letting go of what no longer fits. Learn how change, differentiation, and presence can bring clarity and connection.

Discover 4 powerful steps to build capacity in relationships by mastering the essential skill of emotional safety. Tips for learning how active listening, trust, and shared truth can build lasting connection that can transform your relationship, starting today.