The word “intimacy” can be used to describe many different things, but it is most commonly associated with sexual and emotional closeness between individuals. It's a feeling that we all desire in...
Emotional dissonance refers to the feeling of unease, confusion, or tension that occurs when people attempt to resume physical closeness after an extended period of separation or change in their...
Uncertainty is an inevitable part of life, but it can be particularly challenging for couples who have experienced traumatic events that have disrupted their relational rhythms. When trauma alters...
How Couples Reinvent Intimacy After Trauma Changes What Feels Safe, Pleasurable, Or Possible
When a relationship experiences trauma, it can have a profound impact on how partners experience...
As members of the armed forces, military couples are expected to maintain a high level of dedication and commitment towards their job, which often requires them to spend extended periods away from...
I will discuss how couples can navigate relational ambiguity when trauma, secrecy, or hierarchical constraints interfere with communication and trust. The key to navigating these challenges is...
The most common reasons for disruption are stressors like illnesses, changes in living conditions, work schedules, children's demands, financial difficulties, family issues, mental health problems,...
Some people have experienced frightening events such as natural disasters, accidents, or violence that put their lives at risk and shaped them forever. Others live under constant stressful conditions...
How do couples maintain satisfaction when trauma-induced fluctuations persist?
Traumatic experiences can have lasting effects on individuals and their partnerships, making it challenging to...
We will explore how couples can navigate the emotional impact of trauma-related avoidance behaviors on long-term relationship satisfaction. Trauma is a psychological response to an event that causes...