Couples who decide on LAT consider themselves in committed, supportive relationships. They may or may not be married. They may or may not be monogamous. LAT may make consensual non-monogamous relationships (CNM) possible and feasible.

While our brains develop and change at an astonishing speed when we are children, the brain has the ability to continue to evolve throughout our entire lifespan.

We can ask another, “What do I need in this moment: to be comforted, be understood or receive advice/problem solve?”

Multiple studies show that arguments over finances—even when couples are financially stable—can negatively impact the longevity and perceived quality of the relationship.

Commit to being in a quiet, calm spot, where you will not be distracted or interrupted. Consider creating a short ritual before and after therapy to help you transition.

We don’t mean to, but humans hurt the people we care about. When we hurt someone, hopefully there is an opportunity to repair the relationship.

Having the courage to say it out loud brings opportunity. You may feel alone in this brokenness but I can assure you many have felt this way. How it looks differs from person to person; to be human is to experience suffering.

Dr. Robert Putnam and his work on combatting social isolation targets 2 ways to increase connection: through building bonding capital (people like you) and bridging social capital (people unlike you).

We all have been there. Something goes wrong and we feel the physical sensations of fidgeting, blushing, nervous laughter, sweating and/or the desire to withdraw. Is the moment causing embarrassment, guilt, or shame?