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Why Problem-Solving Isn’t Enough

Why Problem-Solving Isn’t Enough

Problem-Solving vs. Happiness In many relationships, there’s often one partner who takes great pride in being the “problem solver.” Maybe that sounds familiar to you. I’ve worked with many couples like this, and I get it—I also believe in solving problems. But over...
Why Relationship Change is Harder Than You Think

Why Relationship Change is Harder Than You Think

Why Is It So Hard to Make Lasting Changes in My Relationship? If you’re working on improving your relationship, you’ve probably thought a lot about your goals and how motivated you are to change. Maybe you’ve tried to communicate better or handle conflicts...
How to Hold Steady During Stressful Conversations

How to Hold Steady During Stressful Conversations

What Does It Mean to “Hold Steady”? Holding steady is an essential skill in all types of relationships—whether romantic, familial, or friendships. It allows you to share your true feelings with others while being open to hearing theirs. But what exactly...
Are You Ready for Couples Therapy?

Are You Ready for Couples Therapy?

Couples therapy can be one of the most transformative experiences in a relationship, but it’s not without its challenges. It requires a willingness to take risks, to be open, and to confront the uncomfortable and ineffective parts of ourselves. Many couples seek...
What is Your Attachment Style?

What is Your Attachment Style?

Do you know your attachment style? Stan Tatkin, founder of the Psycho-biological Approach to Couple Therapy (PACT) uses terms like “wave” (anxious ambivalent), “island” (anxious avoidant), and “anchor” (securely attached) to...
How to Have a Better Relationship with Yourself and Your Partner

How to Have a Better Relationship with Yourself and Your Partner

I’m here to help you have a better relationship. My name is Teena Evert, and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Board-Certified Relationship Coach, and Master Intuition Medicine® Practitioner. I specialize in helping people heal and grow in their primary...
How Trauma Impacts Our Primary Adult Relationships

How Trauma Impacts Our Primary Adult Relationships

How Our Childhood Affects Our Relationships Imagine you’re cooking dinner with your partner, planning to have a nice evening together. But then, your partner does something that makes you feel really disrespected or embarrassed. Without even thinking about it,...
Unlocking a Better Life: Five Keys to Healing and Abundance

Unlocking a Better Life: Five Keys to Healing and Abundance

5 Keys to Healing and Abundance Are you tired of feeling stuck and longing for a better life? Do you find yourself holding back from true healing and prosperity? It’s time to break free from those limitations and embrace a healing journey towards abundance. Here...
How to Choose the Right Therapist

How to Choose the Right Therapist

A Two-Decade Therapeutic Exploration – I recently spoke with a woman who’s been on a long journey with therapy, spanning two decades. She reached out to me, a Marriage and Family Therapist, seeking help for a better relationship with herself and her second...
Essential Steps to Get Ready for Couples Therapy

Essential Steps to Get Ready for Couples Therapy

Are You Ready for Couples Therapy? In the journey of couples therapy, both partners play a crucial role in fostering a healthy and collaborative environment. Here are eight essential readiness steps that both individuals must take to make the most out of their couples...