Lost trust doesn’t mean a lost marriage. If you and your partner are navigating the emotional aftermath of broken trust, know this—you’re not alone, and all is not lost. Trust is one of the most essential pillars of a strong, loving relationship. When it’s fractured—whether due to betrayal, secrecy, repeated
Fights happen in every relationship. It’s normal to have disagreements—after all, you and your partner are two different individuals with unique perspectives, emotions, and experiences. However, when arguments become a frequent part of your relationship, they can take a toll on your emotional well-being. Constant fights can leave you feeling
Every couple argues, but when small disagreements turn into heated conflicts, it can feel exhausting and emotionally draining. In a fast-paced city like Los Angeles, where work stress, financial pressure, and packed schedules add to the tension, constant arguing can make relationships feel more like a battleground than a source
Why Do So Many Couples Feel Disconnected? You love your partner. You want to make them happy. But despite your best efforts, there are moments when they seem distant or upset, and you’re left wondering—what went wrong? For many couples, the real issue isn’t a lack of love; it’s a
When looking for a therapist, we are often faced with a tough decision. On the one hand, there are many professionals to choose from. Popular therapist directories like PsychologyToday.com and GoodTherapy.org can be helpful starting points, or you can do a Google search for something specific like “couples therapist in
A lover asked his beloved,Do you love yourself more than you love me?Beloved replied, I have died to myself and I live for you.I’ve disappeared from myself and my attributes,I am present only for you.I’ve forgotten all my learnings,but from knowing you I’ve become a scholar.I’ve lost all my strength,
Thanks for sharing your story with us, Harel. So, let’s start at the beginning and we can move on from there.My story began quite early. I was one of those kids that pretty much knew what they were going to be when they grew up. My passion has always been
It was a sultry summer night, and the air buzzed with chatter, music, and pheromones. I was weaving through the crowd, both hands occupied with drinks for me and my husband, scanning for his unmistakable golden head of hair. And then I saw him… standing with a stranger who was
Love and intimacy in our relationships is such a fun topic to talk about, and the conversation between me and you, my readers, has been primarily focused on it so far. In my Los-Angeles couples therapy clinic, I work with my clients to improve their relationships, deepen their intimacy, establish
Intimate relationships come in many shapes and by far, one size does not fit all. Whether dating, serial monogamy, till death do us part, open marriages, or polyamory, each of us has our own personal style of engaging in close bonds and our own personal relationship with intimacy. Some of