Relationships and Marriage

What does the word “integrity” mean to you? To me, it means to be a good person and citizen, one who doesn’t lie, cheat, or steal. Having integrity means having a system ... Read More

The discovery or revelation of infidelity is one of the most difficult events a relationship can experience. In many couples, there is a sudden upheaval of emotion that threatens to swallow ... Read More

Iris and Dean have been together for 18 years. They have two children ages 16 and 12. They get along fairly well most of the time and have a happy home. Things haven’t been perfect, ... Read More

Contempt is, by definition, a way of communicating superiority and disrespect. According to research by Dr. John Gottman, it is the best predictor of relationship demise (Gottman & ... Read More

Have you ever heard someone say the problems they have in their relationship will get better or go away altogether once they get married? Believe it or not, this is a thing. Of course, ... Read More

Dear GoodTherapy.org, A few months ago I started dating a woman who has a lot going for her—great personality, whip-smart, professionally accomplished, lots in common including music ... Read More

Clear communication is considered foundational in good relationships, but in relationships with close emotional ties, the ability to communicate with vulnerability is what creates intimacy ... Read More

Dear GoodTherapy.org, My husband and I have been married for 27 years. About 10 years ago, his snoring became intolerable, and they ran some tests and diagnosed him with sleep apnea. They ... Read More

What is it that brings two people together? Is it attraction? Chemistry? A feeling of connection? When you fall in love, are those things enough to keep you “in love”? Those ... Read More

In Western cultures, we tend to see romantic relationships as monogamous by default and any other relationship dynamic as a failure, especially if these relationships involve sexual or ... Read More

If asked what organ in the body is most instrumental for love and connection, what comes up? Do you automatically think brain? Well, you should. The brain may be the most exciting organ ... Read More

Dear GoodTherapy.org, Let me start by saying my husband and I have a great relationship and great life. Our three kids are strong and happy, and I feel like as a mother and wife I am respected ... Read More