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October 1, 2025

Can Couples Therapy Save a Marriage?

When a marriage feels like it’s on shaky ground, the question “Can couples therapy save a marriage?” naturally moves from anxious curiosity to an urgent need. The short, evidence informed answer: sometimes. It works more often than many people expect! The longer answer depends on what “save” means for a particular couple, how soon they seek help, what type of therapy they choose, and how both partners show up for the work. For most couples, the studies show that couples therapy works.

Many studies prove that couples who attend marriage therapy tend to leave better off than those who don’t. Keep reading to learn more.

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August 14, 2025

How to Be a Better Husband and Improve Your Marriage

Let’s be honest: most people don’t walk down the aisle thinking, “I can’t wait to be an average spouse.” But then life happens. Jobs, kids, bills, laundry, and the 100 notifications on your phone — and suddenly you realize you’ve been putting your marriage on the back burner.

The good news? You don’t always need grand gestures or expensive trips to turn things around. A better marriage starts with small, consistent efforts that make your partner feel loved, seen, and valued. Here are some practical, doable ways to be a better husband and strengthen your marriage.

Keep reading to learn more.

April 2, 2025

My Husband Doesn’t Help Around the House- What Now?

A very common frustration voiced by women is, “my husband doesn’t help around the house.”

This frustration goes beyond simply wanting someone else to do the dishes or fold the laundry (although, how nice would that be?), it’s about feeling like you have an equal partnership- and feeling like you are valued. Feeling like you are carrying your household and family on your back can lead to resentment and burnout.

If this sounds familiar, know that you are not alone. Many wives and moms feel the heavy weight of the seemingly invisible load of housework. Let’s talk about some ways that you can address this imbalance in your marriage.

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January 8, 2025

Surviving Postpartum Burnout: A Guide

Motherhood is an amazing, transformative, joyous journey. It is also HARD! Let me say that again- being a mom is hard. No matter the stage you are in- whether you are 2 weeks postpartum with your first baby, or a month into juggling a newborn and two toddlers- it is not always an easy stage in life. Two things can be true, it can amazingly rewarding, feeling like your heart can burst at any moment from the amount of love you feel… and it can be exhausting and difficult.

If you are feeling completely overwhelmed, burnt out, or lost, I hear you. It is okay to admit this to yourself, and it in no way makes you a bad mom. There is hope in your future, and it can get better! Keep reading to learn more.

December 18, 2024

I Don’t Like My Husband Anymore: What Now?

Marriage can sometimes be romanticized as a never ending state of bliss, love, and connection. The reality is that a marriage is constantly evolving, ebbing, and flowing. Occasionally, this evolution can bring up some uncomfortable thoughts like “I don’t like my husband anymore.”

So, what now? You woke up one morning, poured yourself a cup of coffee, gazed out the window, and realized… you don’t like the man you slept next to last night. Know this- you are not alone! You are not the first or last person to have had these thoughts. It’s extremely common to have phases of dissatisfaction throughout your marriage. Identifying these feelings are the first steps of getting to the root causes. Finding those root causes are crucial to repairing your marriage.

In this blog post, we will explore why you may be feeling this way, how to approach it, and if there is hope for your relationship moving forwards. Keep reading to learn more.

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November 25, 2024

How to Be a Better Husband

Marriage is a journey of change, shared experiences, mutual respect, and steadfast support. It is an amazing union of two people who love each other- but it is also HARD.

If you are reading this, you’re probably wondering how to be a better husband. Thats great! You have started the journey to put more effort into your marriage. Being a better husband is not always about grand romantic gestures or gifts- it’s about continuing to show up and choose your partner and your marriage every day.

Keep reading to learn some strategies on how to be a more thoughtful, present, loving husband.

June 19, 2024

How to Deal With a Lazy Husband

If you’re reading this, you may have googled how to deal with a lazy husband… and you’re not the only one!

Marriage can be a beautiful journey, but it definitely has ups, downs, and unique challenges. Are you tired of feeling like your husband expects you to clean up after him? Or that he never considers your already heavy workload, and never compromises? Does it seem like he has no motivation or even consideration for you?

Maybe life threw you some curveballs you could have never expected, and your husband just can’t get back in to the swing of things. Maybe you feel like it’s just “who he is”. If you find yourself frustrated with a husband who may not be pulling his weight or contributing equally to your relationship/family, you’re not alone!

Here are some tips to help you navigate this situation with empathy, understanding, and practical strategies. Read More

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November 1, 2023

‘I Hate My Husband After Having a Baby’ and How to Navigate it

Have you ever thought (or voiced), in a postpartum hormonal rage, “I hate my husband!” Believe it or not, you are not alone in this. This is actually a common feeling, and a very common google search.

Bringing a baby into your life can be a beautiful and transformative experience. While it is often described as a time of love, joy, and fulfillment, the postpartum period can be incredibly challenging. Hormones are raging, your body is healing, and you’re probably more than a little sleep deprived.

If you have resentment towards your husband post baby, and you want to know why and what to do next, keep reading.

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February 24, 2023

Why Am I Unhappy With My Marriage?

When we agreed to walk down the aisle, many of us were excited for a future with our partner that would be filled with happiness and joy. However, the reality is that many people are currently unhappy with their marriages and there are many reasons for this.

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January 13, 2023

What is an LMFT?

What’s the first image that comes to mind when I ask you to think of family or relationship conflict? Consider a heated argument between a married couple. Perhaps it’s a parent who is struggling to manage her child’s out-of-control temper tantrums….or a father who is struggling with a drinking problem while his family looks on helplessly. Regardless if these scenarios fit your current situation or not, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or (MFT) may be able to help!