How To Communicate Without Attacking Posted on September 3, 2026 “We just can’t communicate.” “It always ends in an argument no matter how small the issue is.” “I’m so tired of fighting all the time.” “I just want some peace and I don’t think I’m going to find it in this relationship.” “ I never feel heard or understood, only blamed; everything is always my… Read More
Understanding Christian Marriage Counseling Posted on July 24, 2026 Most people picture one of two things when they hear the words “Christian marriage counseling.” It’s either a pastor’s office with a Bible on the desk, or regular couples therapy with a prayer tacked on at the end. In reality, neither picture is quite accurate. Christian marriage counseling is a clinically recognized form of couples… Read More
Seven Marriage Myths – Part 2 Posted on June 17, 2026 I said in our last blog that the divorce rate for first marriages is 40%. This represents a lot of pain for couples and their families. How do we bring that rate down? One way is to not fall victim to these myths. Understand the realities of what it takes to build a happy and… Read More
Why Women Keep Falling for the Same Kind of Man — Even When They Know Better Posted on June 12, 2026 By Holly Carranza, Life Coach at Gateway Counseling One of the most frustrating experiences for many women is realizing they keep attracting — or being attracted to — the same kind of man over and over again. Different face, different career, different style… yet somehow the relationship ends in the same emotional disappointment. Maybe he… Read More