Category Archives: Relationships

Counseling Can Help Even Very Distressed Married Couples

Posted on May 27, 2013 by admin

The largest, most comprehensive study of couple therapy ever conducted reports that therapy can help even very distressed married couples if both partners want to improve their marriage.  The UCLA study included 134 married couples who were “chronically, seriously distressed” … Continue reading →

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Relationships: The Magic 5 To 1 Ratio

Posted on October 15, 2012 by admin

Researchers studying marriage at the University of Washington report that happy couples in stable marriages don’t allow their relationship to be overrun by negative feelings.  In fact, say the researchers, successful couples maintain a healthy balance between their positive and … Continue reading →

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Better Communication For Couples

Posted on June 4, 2012 by admin

Why do we always seem to argue about “silly” things?  How can I get my partner to open up more?  These are examples of the kinds of questions couples often ask counselors.  While every couple’s situation is unique, these general … Continue reading →

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6 Things Happy Couples Do

Posted on February 7, 2012 by admin

Contrary to widely held beliefs, romance does not have to fizzle out in long-term relationships, according to a recently published study in the journal, Review of General Psychology.  The researchers studied 6,070 individuals in short- and long-term relationships and concluded … Continue reading →

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