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Category: Emotionally Focused Therapy

Peace in the Home: The Attachment Science Behind Lasting Love

February 19, 2026

As a marriage and family therapist, I often return to a deeply rooted Jewish value: Shalom Bayit (שלום בית) — peace in the home. But Shalom Bayit is often misunderstood. It does not mean: In its truest sense, Shalom Bayit…

Building Stronger Relationships: The Power of John Gottman’s 5-to-1 Ratio

November 11, 2023

Conflict is an inevitable part of every marriage, but understanding how couples navigate it can be the key to a lasting and fulfilling relationship. Dr. John Gottman’s groundbreaking research, particularly the 5-to-1 ratio, offers valuable insights into what distinguishes happy…

Wired for Love

January 4, 2020

I’m excited to deep dive into a conversation about Marriage and connection with my pal Rabbi Grover. He says that the institution of marriage does a really good job of supporting people in matrimony but not enough to sustain relationships throughout…