At the core of every healthy relationship lies connection, honesty, and repair. It sounds easier than it is sometimes. When we’re stressed or triggered, even the most loving couples can fall into old patterns of criticizing, shutting down, clinging, or pulling away. Relational Life Therapy (RLT), developed by psychotherapist and author Terry Real, is a […]
Couples therapy is an evolving field. While there are several popular models and methods therapists use to help partners move beyond conflict into deeper connection, a few years ago, Nashville Psych’s Dr. Mark Simpson was drawn to a newer approach called Relational Life Therapy. Historically, in couples work, Dr. Simpson has drawn on multiple modalities, […]
Many couples come into therapy feeling stuck in repetitive, painful cycles. Perhaps one partner pursues while the other withdraws, blame flies, defenses rise, and both individuals feel misunderstood and lonely. Relational Life Therapy (RLT), developed by Terry Real, offers couples a powerful roadmap to break free from these patterns. Rather than tiptoeing around conflict, RLT […]
Infidelity is an enormously impactful rupture that can threaten to unravel even the longest-standing relationships, in often what may seem like the blink of an eye. Each partner will likely face their own unique set of challenges as they navigate the rocky terrain of recovery. Navigating An Emotional Roller Coaster The fallout from an affair […]
I see many couples in therapy who are just being exposed to counseling for the first time. While I fully support couples counseling for anyone, including those new to therapy, I find that it’s most helpful if each partner has experienced some individual therapy before entering into couples therapy. There are several reasons for this. […]
We are excited to announce that we’ve added Dr. Mark Simpson to our team of independent contractors. Dr. Simpson, a licensed clinical psychologist, brings over thirty years of experience in therapy, working with a wide range of diverse populations, in a variety of settings. He’s an outstanding clinician and we’re thrilled to have him on […]