Core Values Counseling

11/09/2026

Growing together to better support the couples we serve! ❤️

Last week, this wonderful group of counselors had the opportunity to participate in Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 3 Training with Gottman Certified Therapist and Trainer Sabrina Walters Counseling, LLC. This advanced training builds on the skills and knowledge developed in Levels 1 and 2, helping therapists deepen their understanding of relationships, and strengthen the tools they bring into the counseling room.

We believe that great counseling starts with a commitment to lifelong learning. We're grateful for opportunities like this to continue growing, learning, and finding new ways to support couples in building stronger, healthier relationships!

10/20/2026

When one partner is leaning in and wants to work on the relationship, while the other is leaning out and considering separation, it can be difficult to know what comes next.

Discernment counseling helps couples slow down, understand each other’s perspectives, and gain clarity about the path forward. Each partner has different needs, and understanding those differences is an important part of the process.

Learn more about what each partner needs from discernment counseling. 💬

Read the full article:

The leaning-in and leaning-out partner each needs something different from discernment counseling. Here's what the process asks of both — and why it works.

10/14/2026

When a relationship feels uncertain, finding clarity can be the first step forward. 💛 Discernment counseling offers couples a low-pressure space to reflect on their relationship, understand their own role, and explore what comes next—without pressure to make a particular decision.

Learn what happens during the process and whether it might be right for you.

🔗 Read our latest blog to learn more!

In discernment counseling, most of the work happens individually — not as a couple. Here's what that process looks like, and why it works.

10/06/2026

When one partner wants to work on the relationship and the other isn’t sure they want to stay, traditional couples therapy may not be the right first step.

Discernment counseling offers a different approach: clarity before commitment. It helps couples slow down, understand what has brought them to this point, and thoughtfully consider what comes next.

Could discernment counseling be right for your relationship? Read more on our blog:

When one partner wants to stay, and the other isn't sure, traditional therapy isn't always the right first step. Here's what discernment counseling is — and how it works.

09/28/2026

The Four Horsemen can create distance and hurt in relationships—but there are antidotes. ❤️

Learn how small shifts in the way we communicate can help couples move from conflict toward connection, repair, and understanding.

Read our latest blog:

Every one of Gottman's Four Horsemen has a specific antidote. Here's what they are, how to use them, and the one tool that can change any relationship.

09/18/2026

Criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling—the “Four Horsemen” can quietly erode a relationship over time. The good news? These patterns can be recognized, understood, and replaced with healthier ways of communicating.

Learn what the Four Horsemen are, why they matter, and what couples can do differently. Read the full article here:

Every one of Gottman's Four Horsemen has a specific antidote. Here's what they are, how to use them, and the one tool that can change any relationship.

09/01/2026

Family vacations don’t always feel like a vacation! 😅 When different personalities, expectations, parenting styles, and routines come together, a little friction is bound to happen.

The good news? A little preparation, flexibility, and honest communication can go a long way toward keeping conflict from taking over your time together.

Read our latest blog for practical tips on navigating family conflict—and enjoying more of the moments that matter. ❤️

Family vacations can be wonderful and friction-filled at the same time. Here's how to set expectations, handle conflict, and actually enjoy the trip.

08/25/2026

❤️ When was the last time you and your partner just had fun together?

Between work, kids, and everyday responsibilities, couples can easily slip into “co-manager” mode. But play, laughter, and shared experiences can bring you back to enjoying each other—not just managing life together.

Find out why play matters for your relationship and how to find your thing together. 🎲🚲💕

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Couples who play together reconnect in ways that passive downtime simply can't replicate. Here's why play matters — and how to find what works for both of you.

07/29/2026

Summer doesn't have to be packed with expensive trips or perfectly planned activities. Sometimes the moments kids remember most are the simple ones—playing a game, laughing together, or spending uninterrupted time as a family.

Read our latest blog for practical ideas to make play a meaningful part of your family's summer and strengthen your connection along the way. ❤️

https://corevaluescounseling.com/family/why-families-need-to-play-together-and-how-to-make-it-happen-this-summer/

Summer is one of the few seasons where the pace slows enough to actually play together. Here's why family play matters — and how to make space for it.

07/22/2026

Summer is full of vacations, kids' activities, and packed schedules—but don't let your relationship get lost in the shuffle. ❤️

The strongest relationships aren't built on perfect vacations or grand gestures. They're built through small, intentional moments of connection every day.

Read our latest blog for practical ways to stay connected as a couple this summer: ☀️💙

Summer disrupts the routines that quietly kept couples close. Here's how to stay connected when schedules shift, kids are home, and life speeds up.