carpenter couple & family counseling, pllc

Starting couples therapy can bring up a mix of hope, curiosity, and understandable questions. Many couples wonder “Is therapy right for us?” or “What actually happens in sessions?” Keep reading to see answers to some of the most common frequently asked questions about couples therapy to help you feel more informed and at ease as you consider taking this step.

We all have moments in relationships when our reactions surprise us—or our partner, friend, or family member. Maybe it’s snapping at a...

In every relationship, communication is key—but not just any  communication. It's easy to talk, but much harder to truly listen. We often...

The pandemic has taken its toll on many of us in a variety of ways. As some sort of semblance of normalcy begins to appear as we start to...

When couples are early in their relationship, they're likely not thinking about some of the harder things that may come up over time. As...

If you are one of the many who is actively engaging in the search for a romantic partner, sometimes it can be helpful to think about and...

Starting anything new can be a little scary, including going to therapy. It may even be a little scarier if you are going to therapy with...

I know what you’re probably thinking: that timeouts are for children who are throwing a tantrum. But believe it or not, the premise of...

As a couples therapist, one of the things I hear couples say the most is that their goal is to never argue. It is so often that our idea...