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Grieving Marriages: Navigating Loss of a Loved One Together
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At the start of this year, my husband and I found ourselves grappling with the profound loss of a loved one. Immediately, we were overwhelmed by intense grief, shock, and emotional pain. It was a time of heartache, and our marriage faced one of its toughest challenges yet. Amidst the…
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Navigating Holiday Stress as a Couple
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Can you believe Thanksgiving is only a few days away? The holidays are often a time for celebration, connection, and tradition. However, for many couples, the holiday season can also bring a unique set of pressures that can strain even the healthiest relationships. As a therapist, I’ve seen firsthand how…
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Setting Healthy Boundaries with Your Families as a Newly Married Couple
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As a couples therapist, I’ve seen how couples can struggle with balancing their family dynamics while trying to create their own family unit. Setting boundaries with in-laws and extended family is not always easy, but it’s a crucial step in building a strong, sustainable partnership. In this blog, I’ll…
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The Importance of Premarital Counseling: A Faith-Based Perspective
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“And no one should separate a couple that God has joined together.” Mark 10 vs. 9 Entering into marriage is one of the most significant commitments a couple can make. It’s a journey that promises joy, growth, and challenges. As a faith-based therapist, I believe that premarital counseling is an…
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Marriage Lessons During the 2020 Pandemic
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In couples therapy, (when it is relevant to a couple’s goal) I will self disclose and offer real life examples from my own marriage. When the pandemic arrived in 2020, my husband and I had been married for eight years. The sudden shift in our daily lives forced us to…
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Embracing Change and Finding Gratitude
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In the summer of 2020, I found myself waking up after just a few hours of sleep—first around 3:00 AM and then again at 6:30 AM. This wasn’t typical for me; I usually enjoy sleeping in. But after a long, restless night, I sensed that today was different. This spring…
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Expectation Conversation in Marriage
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Reassessing Expectations in Marriage What are your expectations of your spouse this week? During the 2020 pandemic, my husband and I took the time to revisit our expectations of one another. We realized that having clear expectations is essential for a healthy marriage, and we decided to reevaluate them together.…
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What Does It Mean to Have Rich Faith?
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Reflecting on my experience during the 2020 COVID-19 shutdown, I’ve come to understand the essence of having rich faith. Like many, I faced significant challenges. The pandemic disrupted my plans, leading to the cancellation of my internship and postponement of my summer graduation. I suddenly found myself having to…
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A Background to The Rich Couch Therapy LLC Story
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Welcome to The Rich Couch Therapy The Rich Couch Therapy is inspired by countless conversations with my spouse, Kevin Richelieu. Let me share a bit about our journey. Both of us grew up in South Florida, with parents who hailed from the beautiful country of Haiti. We were raised speaking…
