Some challenges shake a relationship to its core. Addiction, chronic anger, emotional disengagement, mental health crises, or even contempt â this section addresses the make-or-break moments. We help you name the threat, understand its impact, and find a path forward that honors both self and partnership.
by Doug Burford, Ph.D. Revised on August 11, 2023, Dr. Burford is a Christian minister practicing science-based couples therapy through Couples Therapy Inc. He works with all couples with a specialization on couples wanting a biblical…
Are you in a relationship with a man who struggles to open up about his feelings? Does he avoid emotional conversations, seem distant, or shut down when you try to connect on a deeper level?…
When someone makes you question your own reality, it can feel like slowly losing your grip on truth itself. Whether it’s a romantic partner, family member, or friend, gaslighting creates a fog of self-doubt that…
Understanding passive-aggressive behavior in relationships can feel like trying to catch smoke with your bare hands. While these patterns might start subtly, they often evolve into complex webs of mixed messages, denied emotions, and carefully…
In the landscape of relationship dynamics, stonewalling represents one of the most challenging communication patterns couples face. While the behavior might appear similar on the surface – a partner withdrawing from interaction – the underlying…
Elizabeth and Ryan, both in their late 30s, have been married for 10 years. From the outside, they seem to have a stable relationship. But behind closed doors, their dynamic is quietly corrosive. Unlike their…
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