Discernment Counseling vs. Couples Therapy: Which is Right for You?
Regina Abayev Regina Abayev

Discernment Counseling vs. Couples Therapy: Which is Right for You?

Are you and your partner caught in a painful dance of uncertainty, unsure whether to hold on tighter or let go? Perhaps you're replaying the same arguments, feeling a growing distance between you, or simply sensing that something isn't right. This place of ambiguity – the agonizing "in-between" – can be one of the most difficult spots in a relationship.

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Why Couples Get Stuck in Therapy (and How a Directive Approach Can Help)
Regina Abayev Regina Abayev

Why Couples Get Stuck in Therapy (and How a Directive Approach Can Help)

Couples therapy can be a lifeline for relationships in distress. But sometimes, even with the best intentions, couples find themselves stuck in cycles of conflict and misunderstanding, unable to make meaningful progress. It's like trying to navigate a complex maze blindfolded – you keep running into the same walls. Why does this happen? And what can be done to break through these barriers?

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Helping Couples Navigate the Pain of Infidelity
Regina Abayev Regina Abayev

Helping Couples Navigate the Pain of Infidelity

Recovering from infidelity is one of the most challenging things a couple can go through. It's a long and arduous journey that demands courage, vulnerability, and an unwavering commitment from both partners. There will be setbacks, tears, and moments when you want to give up. But I want you to know this: healing is possible.

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