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September 25, 2017
This article is a special feature written by Paul Sweatman, a divorce mediator practice in the Vancouver-area. Paul offers clients an alternative to using a lawyer for the entire process, creating a space for dignity and respect. We’re happy to feature Paul’s article and recommend his services to our clients going through a divorce. I once traveled […]

May 8, 2017
Trying to rebuild trust after cheating can feel overwhelming. One partner may feel hurt, angry, and unsure what to believe anymore. The other partner may feel guilt, shame, and fear about losing the relationship. Still, rebuilding trust after infidelity is possible for some couples when both people are willing to do the work. Infidelity can […]

April 3, 2017
Spring is the time for fresh starts and renewal, so what better time to focus on your relationship? Winter months sometimes lead to repetitive and monotonous routines, that can leave a relationship feeling stale. This month, we challenge you to spring clean your romantic relationship with our relationship renewal challenge, with intentional actions each day […]

March 27, 2017
It isn’t much of a surprise that contemporary North American relationships are not what they use to be 50 years ago. In the past few decades, there have been notable changes in relationships; more specifically trends in marriage. Here are the top 5 marriage trends: #1 Rates of Marriage is Declining In general, the number […]

February 13, 2017
Is cupid’s arrow aimed at you and your partner this February? Looking for fresh date ideas? Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and often stirs an assortment of opinions and emotions. As a therapist, I try to see past the consumer pressures of Saint Valentine’s controversial holiday. I aim to help my clients to focus on […]

January 31, 2017
We all have our guilty pleasures, mine being watching every episode of The Bachelor (or Bachelorette, Bachelor Pad, or Bachelor in Paradise) that has ever aired. ABC and The Bachelor franchise have created a reality television show that entertains me on multiple levels – from the intense rose ceremonies and two-on-one dates, to the competitive […]
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