What is "Bad Communication" in a Relationship?
A main reason for couples seeking therapy is to improve their communication. But what does it mean to have bad communication, and what...
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Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Dec 14, 2022
The Damage of Defensiveness
It's a natural human instinct to defend ourselves when we feel attacked. However, this response makes arguments worse. Here's what to do...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Nov 22, 2022
Why does Tanya from "The White Lotus" Always End Up Alone?
How insecurity and money can unintentionally push people away. Spoiler Alert: I will discuss examples and plots from seasons 1 & 2 of The...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Nov 16, 2022
Fighting A Lot? Do These 2 Things First
If you want fights with your partner to be less frequent or damaging, there are 2 key things you can and should do right away.
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Nov 10, 2022
The Unforgivable Mistake in the "Love is Blind" Reunion
Even reality television should have an ethical duty to protect people. Spoiler Alert! I will discuss examples and plots from season 3 of...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Nov 8, 2022
Do Zanab and Cole from "Love is Blind" Stay Together?
We won't know for sure until their wedding day but based on the research, probably not. Here's why. Spoiler Alert! I will discuss...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Nov 4, 2022
3 Big Relationship Mistakes on "Love is Blind"
Season 3 has given us examples of behaviors that can negatively impact our romantic relationships. Spoiler Alert! I will discuss examples...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Nov 2, 2022
6 Tips for Finding a Spouse on "Love is Blind"
Practical advice from an actual couples therapist. Spoiler alert: it will take self-awareness, honesty, transparency, and setting...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Oct 27, 2022
Dating a Sociopath in "Interview with the Vampire"
The challenges of being with someone who doesn't have empathy. Is Letstat a Sociopath? Let's cut to the chase. Yes, Lestat (Sam Reid) is...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Oct 24, 2022
The Empress (Season 1)
Netflix's new series about the fascinating Austrian royal couple gives us a chance to look at accepting your partner for who they are,...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Oct 19, 2022
Anatomy of a Scandal
Anatomy of a Scandal provides an example of the turmoil caused by infidelity, and both good and bad ways of managing the fallout. Welcome...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Oct 5, 2022
3 Reasons to Seek Couples Counseling Before There are Problems
Even though it may sound counterintuitive, there is a good argument for going to couples counseling proactively, before you and your...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Sep 21, 2022
What to do Right After Discovering an Affair
If you've just discovered your partner's affair, you're probably reeling. Here are the first things you should do after finding out that...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Sep 7, 2022
Infidelity: Why it Happens and How to Heal From it
Infidelity can shake the foundation of any relationship. Here's why affairs happen and how to heal from them. Nothing rocks a...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Aug 24, 2022
The Problem with Needing to be Right
If you see every fight as a zero-sum game, you're in trouble. Conflict with your partner will go a lot smoother is you make this one...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Aug 10, 2022
Realistic Romance: Our Flag Means Death (Season 1)
If you love this show, then you'll also love to hear that the examples of relationships in it are top notch. Keep reading to find out...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Jul 27, 2022
"Should We Do Couples Therapy or an Intensive?"
If you want to work on your relationship, you might wonder whether weekly couples therapy or a day-long intensive is right for you....
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Jul 13, 2022
Are You Having the Summer You Wanted?
Don't let this season pass you by! Here's how to pause, reflect, and make sure you're having the summer you wanted. Despite the longer...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Jun 29, 2022
5 Tips for Navigating Conflict
Nobody likes fighting with their partner, and especially if the fighting gets mean. Here are 5 ways to have kinder, more effective...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Jun 15, 2022
The Key to Reconnecting During Fights
Do you feel like arguments with your partner can escalate quickly? You're not the only one. Luckily, there's one simple way to slow down...
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