In this first episode of this three-part series, Dr. Sarah Fajgenba⁠urm-Teslja⁠ and ⁠Terri DiMatteo, LPC⁠ discuss trauma and treatment for individuals in committed relationships or marriages whose spouse or partner intimately engages with another outside their relationship or marriage ..read more

Do you find dating challenging, confusing, or puzzling? As a licensed therapist, dating coach, and matchmaker in New Jersey, Julianne Canterella provides expert advice to those seeking a fulfilling dating experience! Visit her website at https://juliannecantarella.com/ Facebook Linkedin ..read more

Does your spouse or partner constantly criticize you, sulk, take credit for your ideas, display incongruent words and actions, exhibit silent rage, and withhold praise and recognition? If so, you may be in a relationship with a #covert passive-aggressive #narcissist. In this episode author Debbie Mirza shares her personal story, helps listeners identify #covertnarcissism and ways to heal. To learn more about Debbie, purchase her books and discover helpful, healing resources visit ⁠www.debbiemirza.com ..read more

Many misconceptions exist about love, relationships, infidelity, and relationship repair. In this episode, New Jersey couple therapist and affair recovery counselor Terri DiMatteo, LPC of Open Door Therapy in Princeton, NJ.  This enlightening interview with Sonia Schnee, Founder, and Owner of Jersey Indie, covers the following:  Why is 'communication' not the critical ingredient to a romantic relationship? What defines a romantic relationship?  What is a bond of intimacy?  What is emotional regulation, and why is it so important?  What is the leading cause of infideli ..read more

It’s no secret that the pandemic has had a wide-ranging effect on romantic relationships, including new romantic relationships. The Turbo Relationship is a term used to describe new relationships that formed during the pandemic that moved quickly toward commitment. The rapid commitment speed in a pandemic environment has both short- and long-term effects on the couple, as you’ll learn from our guest on the topic, Dr. Mayi Dixon. Dr. Mayi Dixon of Innovative Counseling Solutions is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy. In this episode, she add ..read more

Does your spouse or partner constantly criticize you, sulk, take credit for your ideas, display incongruent words and actions, exhibit silent rage, and withhold praise and recognition? If so, you may be in a relationship with a #covert passive-aggressive #narcissist. In this episode author Debbie Mirza shares her personal story, helps listeners identify #covertnarcissism and ways to heal. To learn more about Debbie, purchase her books and discover helpful, healing resources visit ⁠www.debbiemirza.com ..read more

Many misconceptions exist about love, relationships, infidelity, and relationship repair. In this episode, New Jersey couple therapist and affair recovery counselor Terri DiMatteo, LPC of Open Door Therapy in Princeton, NJ.  This enlightening interview with Sonia Schnee, Founder, and Owner of Jersey Indie, covers the following:  Why is 'communication' not the critical ingredient to a romantic relationship? What defines a romantic relationship?  What is a bond of intimacy?  What is emotional regulation, and why is it so important?  What is the leading cause of infideli ..read more

It’s no secret that the pandemic has had a wide-ranging effect on romantic relationships, including new romantic relationships. The Turbo Relationship is a term used to describe new relationships that formed during the pandemic that moved quickly toward commitment. The rapid commitment speed in a pandemic environment has both short- and long-term effects on the couple, as you’ll learn from our guest on the topic, Dr. Mayi Dixon. Dr. Mayi Dixon of Innovative Counseling Solutions is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy. In this episode, she add ..read more

The real secret to a long-term, satisfying and fulfilling relationship is in how a couple restores their relationship following conflict.  This is an introduction to an upcoming series on The Art of Relationship Repair by relationship and couple counselor Terri DiMatteo, LPC of Open Door Therapy.    To receive the series subscribe to the newsletter, LoveBonds at opendoortherapy.net ..read more

Communicating with your most important person can be challenging. Sometimes you need their undivided attention. When you can't get it, panic can set in. To help ensure that you have your spouse or partner’s focused attention, master the higher-level communication skill explained in this crucial episode.  ..read more