If a couple says they don’t fight at all, there sure is some problem there.  And if they fight all the time then definitely there is a problem. When couples have conflicts they typically have 4 options 1. They may …

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Dr John Gottman has done extensive research for over four decades on divorce prediction and marital stability.  He identifies four specific ways of interactions between couples, basically unhealthy communication styles, unless checked, can directly influence the level of marital discord, …

What spells doom for a relationship – Gottman’s four horsemen – Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and Stonewalling Read more »

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Are you having more and more conflicts with your spouse? Are your conflicts escalating, even when you are trying to resolve the same? Sharad and Sonia started their marriage on a wonderful note. Beautiful wedding, exciting, romantic and interesting places …

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When a couple come for counselling, they may come with a current crisis to be addressed or they might have many piled up and unresolved issues that have occurred over a period of time throughout their relationship.  Of course you …

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As a counsellor and a therapist I usually tell my clients that there are no good or bad emotions. All emotions have survival value to us. Every emotion has a meaning, purpose, value and has a significant influence on us …

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