By Jaunai Staton, LAMFT Have you caught yourself Googling “I hate my husband” (or wife), “divorce lawyers near me”, or wondering whether it’s time to leave, and then immediately felt guilty for even thinking about it? Relationships are complicated. Even if you once cared deeply about your partner, there can come a point where the relationshipContinueContinue reading “How Do You Know When It’s Time To Divorce? Tips From A NJ Marriage Counselor”
Category Archives: Couples
Cannabis and Couples Therapy: Can It Help Improve Relationships?
Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with your primary care doctor before making any decisions about cannabis use. By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Can Cannabis Help With Communication? Couples therapy usually focuses on the classics: communication breakdowns, unresolved conflict, and trust issues. But lately, someContinueContinue reading “Cannabis and Couples Therapy: Can It Help Improve Relationships?”
When Attachment Styles Don’t Match: 7 Steps To Harmony In Your Relationship
By Erika Bellomo, LAMFT Let’s be real—relationships are complicated. Even if you and your partner care deeply about each other, it’s not uncommon for you to feel like you’re speaking different languages when it comes to emotional needs. A lot of this comes down to attachment styles. As a couples therapist, I see this allContinueContinue reading “When Attachment Styles Don’t Match: 7 Steps To Harmony In Your Relationship”
When the Spark Fades: How to Know If It’s Time to Stay or Go
By: Taylor Zanon, LAMFT Scenario: Newlyweds at a Crossroad Emma and Jake have been married for six months. Their wedding was beautiful, filled with love and excitement for their future together. However, as the honeymoon phase fades, Emma starts feeling an unease she can’t ignore. At first, she chalks it up to post-wedding blues orContinueContinue reading “When the Spark Fades: How to Know If It’s Time to Stay or Go”
4 Warning Signs of Divorce According To An NJ Marriage Therapist
By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Ever had that feeling that something’s off in your relationship, but you can’t quite put your finger on it? As a therapist, I often see couples struggling with that uncertainty. That’s why I love sharing concrete research and terminology that helps make sense of relationship challenges, and how to overcome them. Dr.ContinueContinue reading “4 Warning Signs of Divorce According To An NJ Marriage Therapist”
Why New Parenthood Is So Hard on Relationships—And What You Can Do About It
By Megan Herelle, LAMFT at Brave Minds Psychological Services Welcoming a baby into your family is one of life’s most profound joys—and most significant challenges. You’re taking your family from a unit of two to a group of three; this is bound to come with changes and new challenges. If you’ve ever had to balance betweenContinueContinue reading “Why New Parenthood Is So Hard on Relationships—And What You Can Do About It”
The Hidden Costs of a Lack of Intimacy: Understanding the Strain on Your Relationship
By Jaunai Staton, LAMFT Does Your Relationship Feel More Like Roommates And Not Partners? Living in New Jersey and struggling to connect intimately with your partner? That distance you’re feeling – where you’re both in the same room yet somehow miles apart – is more common than you might think. Many couples in NJ faceContinueContinue reading “The Hidden Costs of a Lack of Intimacy: Understanding the Strain on Your Relationship”
5 Hidden Forms of Romantic Betrayal: The Third Parties You Didn’t See Coming
By Jaunai Staton, LAMFT Do You Feel Like Your Partner Is Hiding Something From You? You’re not alone. Trust is the foundation of any relationship, and when it’s eroded—whether by neglect, resentment, or clashing beliefs—it can hurt just as much as cheating. You might notice your partner spending more time on hobbies that don’t includeContinueContinue reading “5 Hidden Forms of Romantic Betrayal: The Third Parties You Didn’t See Coming”
Rethinking Divorce (PART 2): Could It Lead You to a Brighter Future?
By Taylor Zanon, LAMFT In Part 1 of our series, we explored the common myths that often keep families trapped in uncertainty about divorce. We discovered that contrary to widespread beliefs, children can thrive after divorce, co-parenting relationships can be positive, and families often find renewed happiness and stability on their new path. We alsoContinueContinue reading “Rethinking Divorce (PART 2): Could It Lead You to a Brighter Future?”
Surviving Infidelity: A Therapist’s Letter to the Partner Who Cheated
By Jaunai Staton, LAMFT Dear Reader, Have you found yourself lying awake at night, weighed down by the consequences of your actions? Or perhaps you’ve felt the pain of seeing your partner hurt because of what you’ve done. I understand if you’re struggling right now, especially if you’ve hurt your partner through infidelity. It’s naturalContinueContinue reading “Surviving Infidelity: A Therapist’s Letter to the Partner Who Cheated”