Connect Couples Therapy

04/27/2026

Why join a couples book club? Because growth is better together. 💬

When couples share ideas and stories, it normalizes challenges and builds encouragement. You’ll leave not just with insights from the book—but with real-life inspiration from couples just like you.

Reserve your spot today!➡️

https://connectcouplestherapy.com/book-club-for-couples/

04/25/2026

Sometimes relationship behaviors look the same on the surface, but the motivation underneath can be completely different.

Understanding whether you're navigating neurodivergence, communication differences, or unhealthy relational patterns can help couples move toward more clarity and compassion. Learn more. ➡️

https://connectcouplestherapy.com/autism-adhd-or-narcissism-how-to-tell-the-difference-in-your-relationship/

04/22/2026

If you've ever finished scrolling and found yourself feeling vaguely unsettled about your relationship — wondering why your partner doesn't act like the couple in that video, or mentally fact-checking whether you're happy enough — you're not imagining things. Social media is designed to make us compare, and for some people, that comparison doesn't stay surface-level. It feeds directly into a cycle of relationship doubt that's difficult to turn off.

Our therapist Rachel Kloss breaks down what Relationship OCD actually is, how viral trends and "Instagram couples" can make it worse, and three evidence-based things you can do about it. If you've been in your head about your relationship lately, this one's worth a read.➡️

https://connectcouplestherapy.com/when-scrolling-makes-you-spiral-relationship-ocd-and-social-media/

04/20/2026

Recovery is more than overcoming addiction, it’s about building a relationship that can thrive in the long run. Our Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work Workshop gives couples the skills to:

- Rebuild trust, strengthen connection, and communicate more effectively
- Support each other’s individual and shared recovery goals
- Find healthier ways to manage conflict and prevent old patterns from taking over

This 1-day, research-based workshop is ideal for couples who want to strengthen their relationship as they walk through recovery together.

Spots are limited, reserve yours today! ➡️

https://connectcouplestherapy.com/the-seven-principles-marriage/

04/18/2026

What’s your conflict style?

These styles are often shaped by how we saw conflict handled growing up—and they influence how we show up in tough conversations today.

Learn more on how conflict can actually strengthen your connection by visiting our link. ➡️

https://connectcouplestherapy.com/how-conflict-can-actually-strengthen-your-connection/

04/16/2026

Scrolling for inspiration for your next couples getaway? Start with us - you’ll experience a personalized couples intensive! Check out our sample itinerary to see all the possibilities to make reconnecting unforgettable! Contact us today to book your couples intensive.

04/13/2026

Want to deepen your emotional connection and strengthen your bond with your partner? Join us for our Hold Me Tight couples retreat. It’s the perfect way to celebrate love and grow together. Space is limited—reserve your spot now! ➡️

https://connectcouplestherapy.com/hold-me-tight-workshop/

04/10/2026

Many people struggle with anxious attachment without realizing it.

Understanding the patterns behind reassurance seeking, overthinking, and fear of abandonment can be the first step toward building more secure and fulfilling relationships.

Healing is possible. Visit our link for resources to heal your anxious attachment. ➡️

https://connectcouplestherapy.com/6-resources-to-help-you-identify-and-heal-anxious-attachment/

04/09/2026

Scrolling for inspiration for your next couples getaway? Start with us - you’ll experience a personalized couples intensive! Check out our sample itinerary to see all the possibilities to make reconnecting unforgettable! Contact us today to book your couples intensive.

04/08/2026

High achievers are used to pushing forward — but relationships require something different.

When perfectionism and pressure show up in your relationship, connection can start to feel harder.

Our conversation with Dr. Kayleigh Hunnicutt explores how ambition impacts relationships and what actually helps.

https://connectcouplestherapy.com/the-relationship-highs-and-lows-of-high-achievers/

04/06/2026

Ready to deepen your connection and reignite passion? Enhancing S*xual Intimacy helps couples explore desire, communication, and connection in a safe, supportive space. Because intimacy isn’t just about s*x—it’s about feeling seen, known, and wanted.

Spots are limited, sign up today! ➡️

https://connectcouplestherapy.com/enhancing-s*xual-intimacy/

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04/06/2026

Trust Grows When You Feel Seen

Trust usually isn’t broken in one big moment—it’s shaped in the small, everyday ones.

At its core, strong trust often feels like this:
I am seen by my partner. I matter to them.

It shows up in simple moments like:

☕️Grabbing an extra cup of coffee for your partner in the morning
📱Sending a quick “thinking of you” text during the day
💛Remembering something they mentioned and following up later
⭐️Taking something off their plate without being asked
☺️Turning toward them when they’re sharing, instead of multitasking

These moments may seem small, but they send a powerful message:
I’m paying attention. You matter to me.

And when those moments start to slip, it can leave couples feeling a little off… even if they can’t quite name why.

The encouraging part?
Trust is something you can rebuild—starting small.

Here are three small ways to start this week:

1. Pick one small follow-through
Choose one thing you’ll do—and do it.
Consistency in the little things goes a long way.

2. Ask this question
“What helps you feel more secure or connected to me?”
Don’t assume—get curious.

3. Repair by Accepting Responsibility
When you miss something (because we all do), try:
“I said I’d do that and didn’t—I'm sorry, I know that makes you feel doubtful that you can rely on me. Let me try again.”

It doesn’t have to be perfect.

Trust isn’t built in one big conversation—it’s built in moments, over time.

If starting this conversation feels hard, that’s where we come in. We help couples slow things down, talk it through, and find a way forward that actually feels doable.

If trust has been shaken in smaller ways—or broken through bigger ruptures—we can help.Contact us (https://connectcouplestherapy.com/contact/) .

Quick Reads

Our blog has been written by our team to increase relationship satisfaction and mental health:

- How to Use AI in your relationship without hurting your connection: 4 therapist-recommended guidelines (https://connectcouplestherapy.com/how-to-use-ai-in-your-relationship-without-hurting-your-connection-4-therapist-recommended-guidelines/)
- When Phones Get Between You: 5 Therapist-Backed Ways to Stop Fighting and Reconnect (https://connectcouplestherapy.com/when-phones-get-between-you-5-therapist-backed-ways-to-stop-fighting-and-reconnect/)
- Autism, ADHD, or Narcissism? How to Tell the Difference in Your Relationship (https://connectcouplestherapy.com/autism-adhd-or-narcissism-how-to-tell-the-difference-in-your-relationship/)

Hold Me Tight®

2-Day Couples Workshop

Our next Hold Me Tight® Couples Workshop will be In-Person at our Charlotte, NC office on May 22 and 23, 2026.

Led by Dr. Karen Naegel (https://connectcouplestherapy.com/karen-naegel-lmfta/) , LMFT and Certified EFCT Therapist

You and your partner will explore the power of attachment bonds and gain a deeper understanding of your relationship. You will enhance your emotional connection through effective communication, becoming more aware of your negative couple cycle, and build a stronger emotional foundation.

Couples in Recovery - Virtual

Recovery doesn’t end with sobriety; it often brings relationship patterns into sharper focus. We’re offering a Relationships in Recovery workshop designed for couples where one or both partners are at least 6 months post-treatment.

This workshop is ideal for couples who are working their sobriety but noticing that trust, communication, or old dynamics still need care and attention. In a small, supportive setting, couples will learn practical, research-based tools to strengthen connection, navigate conflict more effectively, and support both recovery and the relationship moving forward.

Next Date:
📅 Saturday, April 25 | 12–6pm

Led by Brittany Bolden (https://connectcouplestherapy.com/brittany-bolden-pcd/) , LMFT, LCAS, Certified S*x Therapist, who brings specialized expertise in addiction recovery, relational healing, and intimacy - making this workshop especially well-suited for couples rebuilding their relationship after treatment.

Virtual Book Club for Couples
Next Cohort Starts in May

Why couples should join this group:

⭐️Mentorship in real time: Learn what’s working for other couples from other couples.
⭐️Accountability that sticks: Life gets busy; this gives you a protected space to follow through.
⭐️Not therapy, but led by a trained clinician.

Next cohort details:

📚: Fair Play by Eve Rodsky (https://www.everodsky.com/fair-play)
🗓️: Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2026
🕰️: 6:00–7:30pm EDT (virtual)
💵: $25 per session = $100 total investment (plus, the cost of the book)

Facilitator: Rachel Kloss (https://connectcouplestherapy.com/rachel-kloss/) , LCSWA

Virtual Women's Betrayal Group

Break out of isolation and loneliness and join other women who can offer you support around all the feelings and devastation betrayal has had in your life. Learn, lean, and share together! Led by Anna Malles, LCSW (https://insessionpsych.com/anna-malles-lcsw/) , this supportive group helps women navigate the complexities of infidelity, process emotions, rebuild trust, and create bonds that will help you get through one day to the next.

Read our blog posts on how powerful this group can be:
✨ Healing from Infidelity? Find Your Power in a Support Group (https://insessionpsych.com/healing-from-infidelity-find-your-power-in-a-support-group/)
✨ Does Life Get Better After an Affair? (https://insessionpsych.com/healing-after-infidelity-does-life-get-better-after-an-affair/)

Who is this for?
Designed for female betrayed partners

When?
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month
Next one: April 21, 2026

Where?
Virtual via Zoom - you can log in from anywhere with a secure and confidential location

Cost?
$30

*If you are interested, contact us today to schedule your free 20-min consult with Anna.

Our licensed therapists offer M-Sat, daytime and evening availability. Anna Malles, LCSW is offering individual therapy through In Session Psych (https://insessionpsych.com) .

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