by Kelley Lockhart Delaune, LCSW | Feb 7, 2024 | Couples Connection, couples therapy, Uncategorized
When we think about relationships, our minds probably think of things like communicating and going on dates. While these are all incredibly important, this is leaving out a key element in strengthening our partnerships. As part of his research Dr John Gottman...
by Kelley Lockhart Delaune, LCSW | Oct 8, 2023 | Couples Connection, couples therapy, Therapy, Uncategorized
Research shows that couples wait 6 years too long to start couples’ therapy. After studying thousands of couples, John Gottman, a world-renowned psychologist, found that most couples wait 6 years before seeking help for relationship issues. This is why often...
by Kelley Lockhart Delaune, LCSW | Jul 22, 2023 | Couples Connection, couples therapy
You hear relationship experts saying that you should be dating your partner and the reality is that for many couples this is unrealistic. Between kids, extracurricular activities and careers, it’s just not possible. In addition to the fact that you don’t...
by Kelley Lockhart Delaune, LCSW | Jun 21, 2023 | couples therapy
If you want to improve your relationship, you have come to the right place. Relationships are our specialty. We know that it’s a huge step to choose a couple’s therapist. Let us demystify the process for you. Just like anything, couples work is hard...
by Kelley Lockhart Delaune, LCSW | Nov 10, 2022 | couples therapy
Psychologist John Gottman did 40 years of research on couples. One of the reasons that some couples are less likely to stay together is because of the way they navigate conflict. Fighting is a normal part of relationships. The real question is how do you fight? Do you...
by Kelley Lockhart Delaune, LCSW | Oct 25, 2022 | couples therapy
Shutting down or stonewalling is a common complaint from couples in my therapy practice. According to Ellie Lisitsa, “stonewalling occurs when the listener withdraws from the interaction, shuts down and simply stops responding to their partner.” We all...
