Stressed Out and Touched Out: How Parenthood Hijacks Intimacy — And What to Do About It
Stress is one of the biggest — and most overlooked — barriers to physical intimacy in parenthood. In this post, I'm sharing why that happens and a few simple, body-based tools to help you release tension and find your way back to each other.
Why secondary emotions keep couples stuck in the same argument — on repeat
Your feelings have feelings. And until you understand the difference between primary and secondary emotions, the same argument will keep finding you.
Beyond a single affair: How to heal when sexual behavior is compulsive, featuring Michele Saffier
What couples need to know when infidelity has been chronic, how treatment unfolds differently for compulsive sexual behavior, and why the right therapist makes all the difference in whether healing is possible.
Building intimacy through presence and coregulation
Learn how coregulation and nonsexual touch build intimacy in relationships. Science-backed practices from a licensed therapist to help couples reconnect.
When your mind wanders during intimacy — how to come back to your body
Mind wandering during intimacy is one of those experiences that so many people struggle with, yet hardly anyone talks about. The good news is that coming back to your body during intimacy is a skill that can be developed. This post offers practices to help you get out of your mind and into your body.
My partner refuses couples therapy: Now what?
Wondering how to approach couples therapy when your partner is reluctant or refuses to go? Learn compassionate conversation strategies to understand their resistance, and discover what to do if your partner won't attend therapy, including how individual counseling can still strengthen your relationship.
How to prepare for a “free consult call” before working with a therapist
Scheduling a free consult call with a therapist creates an opportunity to experience a therapist’s style, ask questions, and explore whether it’s a good match for your treatment goals.
Conflict is inevitable — learn the important skill of repair
While conflict is part of any healthy relationship, it can also create damage, distance, and difficulty if we aren’t intentional about how we handle it. In this post, Jaclyn explores how conflict is actually beneficial to our partnerships — and how humility can be the missing piece to actually repairing after we fight.
Self-forgiveness — how we can build more internal resilience
This post explores one of the key strategies to developing a secure attachment to self — repairing after pain, hurt, or disconnection.
Reflecting on 3 years of practicing ‘Weekly Check-Ins’ with my husband
What we have learned over three years of practicing this exercise, and sharing a new-and-improved version of the check-in we use each week.
Befriending the postpartum body, featuring Elizabeth Capps
Postpartum is a tender, yet tumultuous time for mamas. With so much rapid change in the body, this post offers ways to support our body image postpartum. Elizabeth offers several embodiment practices from her expertise as a doula and pre/post-natal yoga instructor.
Understanding how Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) works to heal relationships
When relationships hit rough patches, it’s easy to feel like you're stuck in a cycle of miscommunication, frustration, and emotional distance. Many couples experience this—and that’s where Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) can make a world of difference.
Always + Never: unpacking absolutes in our relationships
Exploring how “always” and “never” statements come into play during conflict, and what’s underneath these patterns. Since these absolute statements can be harmful, we find other strategies to interact.
Local date ideas for those picturesque autumn days
Autumn is the perfect time to plan new adventures or to honor annual traditions. Wondering where to to go on dates in Chester, Montgomery, and Berks County? This post features farm markets, nature spots, and tasty restaurants.
A how-to guide for getting the most out of therapy
A step-by-step guide for getting the most out of your therapy experience. From how to find a therapist, to the investment side, and navigating the relationship.
Mastering the art of giving + receiving feedback in your relationship
When feedback becomes a fight, or a fight becomes feedback — chances are no positive outcome will prevail. On the flipside, when feedback becomes a routine facet of communication, our relationships have the opportunity to flourish.
What’s your desire type? How responsive desire works + why it matters for great sex
While spontaneous desire is most often portrayed in pop culture — many people experience what’s known as “responsive desire” and understanding how it works can mean much more satisfying sex.
Why is social media so addicting, and what’s it doing to my brain?
This blog is part of a series exploring our relationship with social media, how it impacts our brains, and how we can start to become more intentional with it.
A tool for auditing your relationship with social media
If you have been feeling like you want to make some changes to your relationship with social media, this post is for you.
3 ways my husband & I use the Notes app for better teamwork, connection & fun
How to use the Notes app to create more organization and transparency in partnership.