Understanding Couples Therapy

Every couple knows that moment – the heated words, the defensive postures, the feeling that you’re trapped in a cycle you can’t escape. As a couples therapist, I’ve helped countless couples struggle to make sense…

Here are the five qualities to look for in a marriage counselor: In a decade, a marriage counselor will be like a doctor or dentist today. Hi, I’m Dr. Kathy McMahon, and I’ve trained marriage…

Negative sentiment override (NSO) refers to a state in a relationship where negative emotions and perceptions outweigh a partner’s positive perspective. Positive sentiment override (PSO) is just the opposite. Here, a partner making a negative…