Navigating the holidays as a same-sex couple can bring a mix of joy, tenderness, and emotional complexity. From subtle microaggressions to navigating family expectations, this season can activate old wounds and test even the strongest partnerships. In this post, we explore how to stay connected as a couple, set boundaries rooted in self-respect, and lean into Gottman’s “team mindset” and IFS Self-energy to move through the holidays with clarity, compassion, and confidence.

Healthy relationships don’t just happen, they’re built through small, intentional moments of connection. In this post, I share why weekly relationship check-ins can transform how you and your partner communicate, rebuild trust, and stay emotionally connected, even during busy seasons. Grounded in IFS and Gottman principles, you’ll learn simple, evidence-based ways to make your check-ins meaningful and lasting.

Shame often makes us hide the parts of ourselves we most long to reveal. Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy offers a new way to understand these parts and create space for healing

Celebrate the New Year by strengthening your bond as a couple. Discover how to create meaningful time capsules and vision boards that honor your past, align your future goals, and bring you closer together.

Boundaries are the limits we set to protect our emotional, mental, and physical well-being. They define what is acceptable in relationships and help us maintain healthy connections without feeling overwhelmed or disrespected

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.