Rediscover the power of forgiveness in relationships. Explore the importance of finely-tuned apologies tailored to the recipient. Receive practical tips and conversation starters for your relationship. Written by Nate Carela, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.

Discover the positive impact of open communication on mental wellness and relationships. Explore insights on creating a safe space, expressing emotions constructively, and gaining practical tips for effective dialogue. Guest blog by Ashley Weigl, LCSW.

Explore the ups and downs of healthy relationships in part 2 of our blog series. Drawing on the research by the Gottman Institute, we explore the final 5 levels of a sound relationship. Learn practical steps to build your connection. Written by Nate Carela, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.

Discover the ins and outs of healthy relationships in part 1 of our blog series. Drawing on the research by the Gottman Institute, we explore the first 4 levels of a sound relationship - the Friendship. Learn practical steps to strengthen your connection. Written by Nate Carela, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.

In conflicts, validate your partner's feelings, even when you disagree, using the Three R's: Regulate, Relate, Reason. Embrace emotions in relationships and practice for improvement. Couples therapy offers added support. Guest Blog by somatic therapist Raina LaGrand from Root to Rise Somatics.

Care & Closeness issues in relationships can lead to feeling alone or exhausted. Expecting our partners to meet most of our needs can overwhelm them and disappoint us. We need to diversify our social network. Written by Nate Carela, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.

Power & control issues in relationships can lead to countless frustrations and pain. Neglected values and unmet emotional needs are often behind these fights that we need to address. Written by Nate Carela, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.

Relationships often get stuck in 3 types of arguments: power & control, care & closeness, and respect & recognition. Often, there are emotional needs behind these fights that need to be cared for. Written by Nate Carela, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist.