Couples therapy vs. individual therapy for relationship issues
Romantic relationships can be a deep source of connection, support, and personal growth. But they can also be fertile ground for conflict, emotional wounds, and disconnection. When a relationship is in crisis or feeling stuck, many couples face the same question:Should we try couples therapy, or is it better to work individually? As a psychologist […]
How to Reignite and Sustain Attraction with Your Partner
Attraction in a relationship is often thought of as something that happens naturally in the beginning stages of romance. The excitement of getting to know someone new and the thrill of being desired all create a powerful spark of attraction. However, as time goes on, and you start to become familiar with one another, the […]
How to handle the first year of marriage: navigating the transition together
Marriage is an exciting journey, but the first year can be particularly challenging as couples adjust to a new way of life together. While the honeymoon phase is often romanticized, it’s also a time of growth, learning, and sometimes unexpected challenges. Successfully navigating this transition requires patience, communication, and a willingness to compromise. This guide […]
How Therapy Helps Recognize and Challenge Depression-Driven Self-Criticism
Self-criticism is one of the less visible but most corrosive symptoms of depression. It manifests as a harsh, constant, and punitive inner voice that sabotages self-esteem, distorts self-perception, and fuels the depressive cycle. This pattern of thought can deeply affect emotional well-being, interpersonal relationships, and personal performance. Fortunately, various therapeutic approaches offer effective tools to […]
The impact of childhood experiences on future adult relationships
Childhood is a crucial stage in the formation of our identity, our emotions, and, especially, how we relate to others. The experiences we live during our early years have a profound impact on how we connect in adulthood: in friendships, work relationships, and especially in romantic partnerships. From the perspective of clinical psychology and various […]
Can a relationship survive infidelity?
Infidelity is one of the most devastating experiences a couple can go through. It brings feelings of betrayal, deep emotional pain, anger, a loss of trust, and often an identity crisis both individually and as a couple. Yet, through clinical work with hundreds of couples, I have seen that although the process is arduous, many […]
Reasons your partner is unfaithful
Infidelity remarkably affects couple relationships, being one of the first causes of divorce. It also produces strong emotional reactions, causing not only anxiety, but also depression. However, not all couples in which an infidelity occurs end up separating, some maintain and even improve their relationship, although it is possible that before this happens they need to go […]
Reasons to take yoga practice as a couple
When we talk about yoga, we refer to the ancient practice that combines physical activity and the purification of emotions, therefore, couple’s yoga is an excellent way to improve the health status of both, as well as to find a good point of interaction with your partner and also helps them understand each other and […]