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By Stacy Bremner MA, RP Agreement feels really good. Do you agree? Haha. 🌱 Agreement Feels Good—But Understanding Goes Deeper What I noticed the other day is that a theme kept popping up around understanding. First, I read a story in Greenlights byContinue reading… Do You Understand? Why that Question Matters More Than “Do You Agree?”

by Stacy Bremner, MA, RP I often hear clients say, “It’s all about the kids.”And I understand. Parenting is immersive. It calls forth our deepest care, our fiercest protection, and our most tender love. But when I hear this phrase,Continue reading… Why Couplehood Still Matters After Kids

By Stacy Bremner, MA, RP A Glimpse of Deep Connection I recently returned from a conference with fellow Imago Relationship Therapists. These gatherings are more than professional development—they’re opportunities to experience the kind of connection we strive to foster inContinue reading… From Fracture to Curiosity: A Gentle Invitation

By Stacy Bremner, MA, RP Have you ever struggled in your marriage or intimate partnership and wondered why? Have you ever held expectations that weren’t fulfilled—and felt confused or disappointed? If so, you’re not alone. In our culture, we enterContinue reading… What Is Love? Understanding the Stages of Relationship

Human nature is fascinating. We want change, and yet we resist. We want love, and yet we push it away. We come to Therapy searching for “tools,” and then we don’t use them. Couples Therapy can be difficult for someContinue reading… Effective Couples Therapy: It’s Not What You Think

When romance fades and couples find themselves in the second stage of a relationship, the Power Struggle, it may not be obvious you are in an actual “relationship stage” or even what to do about it.  Let’s face it –Continue reading… 3 Essential Relationship Tips for Shifting to a Growth Mindset

The following blog post, written by Stacy, has been recognized as “One of YourTango Experts Weekly Best” If you want to improve your relationship, one cardinal rule to follow is this: Don’t expect your partner to read your mind. ThisContinue reading… “Mind-Reading” in Relationships

  It’s a New Year, and we are hopeful as we wait for our world to get back to normal. In 2020, the pandemic drastically changed our daily routines and isolated many of us from family, friends, co-workers, and more.Continue reading… New Year’s Resolutions – Curbing Your Light Addictions

If you are looking for ways to create a deeper connection and better overall communication with your partner, here is a powerful technique that takes only minutes each day. The Imago Appreciation Practice is a simple daily practice that hasContinue reading… A Daily Appreciation Practice: Creating a Healthy Brain