Discovering betrayal feels like your life just got split into two very distinct chapters: "Before" and "After." In the "Before," there was a solid foundation of trust, a shared reality you both knew, and a comforting sense of security. But in the "After"? It's as if the world suddenly tilted on its axis, and the ground beneath your feet decided...[ read more ]
The discovery of an affair can feel like a bomb has gone off in the middle of your life. The ground beneath you, once solid, is now a landscape of craters and confusion. Your heart feels shattered, and your confidence, which you thought was a reliable old friend, has packed its bags and left without so much as a goodbye...[ read more ]
When you're in a relationship, it should be a place where you feel safe, seen, and supported. But for many people navigating imposter syndrome in relationships, the constant inner dialogue tells a different story. "What if they find out I'm not as kind/smart/lovable as they think?" This self-doubt quietly erodes intimacy and connection, leaving you stuck in a cycle of...[ read more ]
You’re deeply in love, building a life with someone who genuinely sees the best in you. Yet, that quiet voice in your head keeps asking, “Do I even deserve this?” That’s the weight of imposter syndrome in relationships. It’s the unsettling feeling that, sooner or later, your partner will realize you’re not as kind, smart, attractive, or put-together as they...[ read more ]
For many people, therapy is a place where they’ve said the same story over and over again. Each time they are hoping that this is it, something might finally change. But some experiences don’t let go just because we talk about them. Some wounds live deep in the nervous system, showing up as anxiety, shame, self-doubt, or emotional shutdown. This...[ read more ]
Graduation is one of life’s biggest milestones. For many couples, it’s a moment of pride and possibility. But it can also stir up fear, doubt, and confusion. Suddenly, the road ahead isn’t so clear. Schedules change. Friend groups shift. Jobs or grad school opportunities pull you in new directions. Even the strongest relationships can feel uncertain. That’s why this season...[ read more ]
Every couple hits a rough patch now and then. Maybe it starts with stress at work spilling over into short tempers at home. Or a disagreement about parenting styles that seems to come up over and over again. Maybe it’s just that quiet feeling of distance, like you’re living parallel lives instead of sharing one. But when disconnection lingers, marriage...[ read more ]
Planning a wedding can be one of the most joyful seasons of your life. You're choosing colors, venues, playlists, and maybe even a cake flavor you've never heard of. But amid all the excitement, many couples are starting to ask a deeper question: "How do we make sure our marriage is as strong as our wedding day is beautiful?" That's...[ read more ]
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve had a moment that felt all too familiar. You and your partner are arguing again. Same topic tension. Same shutdowns or raised voices. And afterward, you wonder, "Why do we keep ending up here?" You’re not alone. And you’re not beyond help. As a marriage counselor in Atlanta, GA, I hear this story...[ read more ]
The short answer? Absolutely. But let me explain why that matters. A lot of couples ask me this when they first reach out. They’re in love, committed, and planning their future together. But they’re not religious, and they’re wondering if premarital counseling is really for them. I get it. For years, premarital counseling has been talked about mostly in church...[ read more ]