What “It Ends With Us” Gets Wrong
"It Ends With Us" is an accurate portrayal of abuse, except for this one thing. Colleen Hoover’s bestseller-turned-film It Ends With Us ...
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Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- May 29
The Art of Healthy Communication
Effective communication is not just about the words we say, but also about the connections we foster through understanding, empathy, and...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- May 17
Penelope from Bridgerton Might Lose Colin (And Maybe She Should)
When should Penelope disclose her Lady Whistledown secret to Colin, and can their relationship survive it? Source: Antonio_Diaz/iStock...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- May 10
Is "The Idea of You" A Movie about Love Bombing?
Examining if pop-star Hayes Campbell crosses the line in his courtship. Spoiler Alert! This post will discuss plot points from The Idea...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Mar 30, 2023
Why Shiv's Divorce on "Succession" is Sad... And Scary
Spoiler Alert: This post will discuss examples and plots from Season 4 of Succession. If you haven't seen it, you may want to watch it...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Feb 22, 2023
The Limits to Optimizing Your Life
There's nothing wrong with trying to live the best life possible, but be careful not to fall into this one trap which could actually make...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Feb 9, 2023
"Love is Blind" Contestants are Struggling Without Support
Love is Blind: The “Social Experiment” that Skirts Regulation Netflix has coined its hit reality dating show Love is Blind a “social...
Isabelle Morley, PsyD
- Jan 25, 2023
What is "Bad Communication" in a Relationship?
A primary reason for couples seeking therapy is to improve their communication. But what does it mean to have bad communication, and what...
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...
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