by Melody Li LMFT, Founder of Inclusive Therapists and Mental Health Liberation | Mar 27, 2016 | Blog Posts
The New York Times recently published an article where relationship experts contributed 13 questions that they think couples should discuss before marriage. Generally, the questions prompt partners to check for fit and suitability, which I agree is important. But to...
by Melody Li LMFT, Founder of Inclusive Therapists and Mental Health Liberation | Feb 28, 2016 | Blog Posts
It’s natural to be skeptical about the effectiveness of marriage of couples therapy. I know that couples wonder if counseling will work for their specific relationship. If a therapist is being honest with you, they’ll tell you that it may or may not...
by Melody Li LMFT, Founder of Inclusive Therapists and Mental Health Liberation | Feb 13, 2016 | Blog Posts
“Our marriage is falling apart”. “We’re on our last legs”. “This is our last resort”. I hear those lines often from couples that come in to see me. They feel hopeless, frustrated, and exhausted. “How did we let things...
by Melody Li LMFT, Founder of Inclusive Therapists and Mental Health Liberation | Jan 28, 2016 | Blog Posts
Couples that come to see me often feel “stuck” because of trust and forgiveness issues. The offending partner is frustrated because she/ he has apologized for what feels like a thousand times. Meanwhile, the injured partner still does not feel heard or...