As parents, you want to raise your children in ways that honor God and help them grow into responsible, compassionate adults. But sometimes, life throws a curveball. Then you face challenges that can make it difficult to parent with love and grace, such as divorce, mental health issues, or financial struggles. Raising your children in a Christian marriage can provide...[ read more ]
When you were growing up, you were surrounded by traditions and special moments during the holiday season. These traditions were created with your family, and they hold a special place in your heart. But now that you're married, it's important to create new traditions in your marriage. As a couple and merge the ones from your childhood. As Christian couples,...[ read more ]
In this Digital Age, we find our relationships transformed by the profound impact of technology. Our smartphones, acting much like a mini-computer, have become integral parts of our daily lives. They offer us ways to stay connected, informed, and engaged. But, it's worth asking, what are they doing to our marriages? Statistics reveal a stark reality: technology if not correctly...[ read more ]
You have spent your life and time raising children, working extra hours, and caring for aging parents. Neglecting your marriage in the process. Now that your kids are finally leaving for college or living their own lives, you may have reached an inflection point. Where you stop to ask yourself: Who am I? Who are we? When couples become empty...[ read more ]
Usually, when people or couples think of marriage counseling as the type of therapy you turn to when your relationship is in a state of crisis. While this is certainly one way to utilize marriage counseling, it doesn’t always have to be a last resort. It can be a great tool to help couples flourish together and create more lasting,...[ read more ]
In our journey through life, we often grapple with a pervasive feeling of inadequacy known as imposter syndrome. This self-doubt can extend its reach into our relationships, causing us to question our worth and authenticity. In this article, we explore the impact of imposter syndrome on our connections with others and provide practical strategies to navigate interpersonal dynamics with confidence...[ read more ]
It's the time of the year when you start planning your holiday parties. You and your partner may also make plans to watch your favorite holiday movies. The ones that you look forward to watching every year. These can be the same movies that you have watched since childhood or something new and modern. As a couples therapist in Atlanta,...[ read more ]
You and your partner are trying to decide on important decisions and navigate through difficult situations. But you feel overwhelmed by the conflict you're being presented with. To you, it seems like you can't get through to each other. You find yourself "shut down". This can be due to feeling unheard, fearful of isolation or separation, or feeling like you...[ read more ]
One of the issues I often come across in couples therapy or in working with marriage intensives is the issue of faith. In some cases, there has been a conversion or change in faith of one person in the couple. They desire a stronger faith connection but their spouse is not in agreement. In other cases, couples marry that have...[ read more ]
One of the things that I believe is important to a marriage is the ability to pray together. Especially if two spiritual people are joined together, his should be an important part of that connection. There are three things that I find happen when couples pray together. 1. You will become closer with your partner and your spiritual intimacy will...[ read more ]