We’ve all heard the advice that relationships should be “50/50.” It sounds fair, but real life rarely works that way—and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Strong relationships often go through seasons of imbalance, where one partner carries more of the emotional, practical, or relational load. While this can feel heavy—and even unfair—these seasons don’t automatically signal a problem. In fact, when handled with care, they can deepen trust and strengthen your connection.  

High-functioning anxiety often hides behind success. You may look calm and capable on the outside, yet feel wired, tense, or restless inside. Learn how high-functioning anxiety shows up for high achievers and discover practical, compassionate ways to slow down, regulate your nervous system, and find steadier calm.

Emotional rest stops are small, intentional pauses where you and your partner reconnect in the middle of busy days. Whether it’s a quiet walk, a few minutes of shared gratitude, or a weekly check-in, these gentle rhythms create space to breathe, repair, and remember that you’re on the same team.

A weekly check-in is a small but powerful way to stay emotionally close. In just 10 minutes, you and your partner can share appreciation, talk about challenges, and plan for the week ahead. This simple rhythm fosters deeper connection, gentle repair, and a stronger foundation for the everyday demands of life.

Trauma healing rarely unfolds in a neat, upward climb. It’s a layered process of stabilization, processing, and integration—with progress that can feel uneven yet transformative. Learn how to stay grounded and supported as you heal at your own pace.

Avoidance isn’t laziness—it’s anxiety. When the nervous system senses threat, it can freeze, making even simple tasks feel overwhelming. Instead of a character flaw, procrastination is often the body’s way of seeking safety. Learn how to recognize this pattern, respond with compassion, and take small, steady steps forward.

There are days you wake up with a fire in your belly—a sense of purpose that reaches beyond the walls of your home. And there are days...

For some couples, sex isn’t just about intimacy or pleasure—it becomes a “battery pack,” the primary way one partner recharges...

When stress feels unrelenting, it can be hard to find your center again. I’ve summarized a variety of body-based practices, breathwork techniques, and lifestyle shifts that can help regulate your nervous system and bring cortisol back into balance. Everyone’s body responds differently, so consider this a menu of gentle options rather than a checklist. The key isn’t to push harder—it’s to approach healing with patience, self-compassion, and curiosity.

Parenthood changes everything—your routines, your energy, your priorities. But what often catches couples off guard is how deeply it...

If you’re a woman who thrives on growth, momentum, and intentional living, chances are you’re used to being the one who gets things...

A short call can hold a lot of possibility. It’s a chance for you to meet your potential therapist, share a bit about what’s on your...

Not every couple who comes to therapy is in crisis. Some are simply stuck—caught in patterns they didn’t mean to create, unsure how to find their way back to each other. At Cadence Psychology Studio, we work best with couples who are willing to reflect, take ownership, and grow. You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to be open. This blog is for the couples who still care deeply and are ready to reconnect—with courage, curiosity, and care.

In the busyness of daily life, it’s easy for connection to slip through the cracks. But love often lives in the smallest moments—a warm glance, a kind word, an extra five minutes of presence. This blog explores how small, intentional gestures can keep your relationship rooted, even in the busiest seasons.

Life doesn’t always offer the perfect moment to slow down—but you don’t need one. This 5-Minute Reset offers a quick, restorative pause designed to help you ground your body, calm your mind, and reconnect with yourself, even in the middle of a busy day.

Unlearning the shame of messing up and embracing the courage of making things right. For many of us, the early lessons about right and...

He says I never want sex. I say he never opens up. We’re both exhausted from this fight. Conversations like these are rarely about just sex—or just feelings. They’re about risk. Exposure. The courage it takes to meet a partner in a place that feels raw.

When the world feels uncertain, clarity and agency become lifelines. If you’ve been feeling more anxious lately—but can’t quite put your...

In the couples I work with, there’s a pattern I see often—but it’s one that tends to fly under the radar. There’s no yelling. No obvious conflict. From the outside, things may seem calm or even “fine.” But inside the relationship, there’s growing distance, unmet needs, and a quiet ache of disconnection. This is the withdrawer-withdrawer pattern—when both partners instinctively pull away rather than move toward one another in moments of tension or vulnerability.

There’s a growing cultural trend that says, “Say what you feel.” Name it all. Let it out. Be radically honest — especially in your closest relationships. But when honesty becomes unfiltered emotional discharge, especially in the heat of conflict, it stops being honest communication and starts being harm dressed as truth. And many of us don’t realize we’re doing it.