Some challenges shake a relationship to its core. Addiction, chronic anger, emotional disengagement, mental health crises, or even contempt — 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.
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 perspective. This post originally appeared on his blog….
Over the years, I’ve encountered numerous relationship challenges in my work with couples. One particularly complex issue that often arises is displaced aggression when one partner redirects their frustrations onto people close to their significant…
Dear Dr. K, Why can’t I leave or tell him to leave. My husband lies, cheats and takes lots of money. He still sees his affair partner but denies it. What is wrong with me?…
Dear Dr. K, How do I go about getting my spouse to make steps to stop drinking and stop spending lots of money on alcohol? For example what do I start saying and what do…
Dear Dr. K, I married my husband after dating for five months because I was pregnant and felt like it was the right thing to do. I was codependent with him for the first 15-18…
Emotional abuse doesn’t need a frequent flyer card to be real. Once is already too much. Dear Dr. K, I appreciate your article on verbal/emotional abuse, especially the “20 minute cooling off” period. I would,…
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