Why This Couple Survived Alcohol Addiction

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November 7th, 2024 . Jackie Pilossoph

Alcohol addiction and other addictions are among the most challenging and heartbreaking things a couple can face. Why? Because usually when one of the people begins suffering from an addiction—drugs, alcohol, sex, or gambling to name a few, one or ...

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Does Couples Counseling Work? Sometimes.

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October 29th, 2024 . Ginny Wright, Ph.D.

Does couples counseling work? Consider a common scenario: Jack is convinced that his marriage with Diane is over. After years of struggle, arguments and distance, he announces his already-formulated plan to end the marriage. Diane is shocked. She kne...

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Everything You Need to Know about Postnups

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September 23rd, 2024 . Catherine Shanahan, CDFA and Karen Chellew

Postnups, (also known as postnuptial agreements) have become increasingly popular for married couples looking to establish clarity and security whether they get divorced or stay together. Unlike prenuptial agreements, which are made before the marria...

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Talking to Your Spouse about Discernment Counseling

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July 22nd, 2024 . Ginny Wright, Ph.D.

Discernment counseling is a powerful option for what is called the “mixed agenda” couple, where one person is seriously considering ending the marriage and the other is hoping for reconciliation. When one spouse learns about discernment counselin...

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Does No Sex In Marriage Justify A Divorce?

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May 31st, 2024 . Jackie Pilossoph

It’s easy to judge someone for getting divorced because of no sex in marriage.It sounds very trivial to some people when they hear about a divorce caused by lack of sex-as if sex is the most important thing to that person and they aren’t grateful...

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