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Peace in the Home: The Attachment Science Behind Lasting Love

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 is about cultivating a home that is emotionally safe, relationally secure, and spiritually grounded —…Read more

By larry in , , , , , , , , , , , , on February 19, 2026

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

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 couples from those facing turmoil. The 5-to-1 Ratio Explained: Dr. Gottman and Robert Levenson’s longitudinal…Read more

By larry in , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on November 11, 2023

COVID-19: VIRTUAL CONSULTING

This terrible pandemic has given me a renewed appreciation for all that I ordinarily took for granted. It’s actually quite profound. Since physical distancing is the single most important thing we can each do right now to flatten the curve, I’ve fully switched my psychotherapy services over to VIRTUAL THERAPY. I feel incredibly grateful to…Read more

By larry in , , , , , , , , on April 10, 2020

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