by Kameela Osman, MSW, RSW, PMH-C | Sep 21, 2025 | Anger, Relationship Issues
The Iceberg of Relationship Conflict: What Lies Beneath Silent Distance and Contempt When couples come to therapy, they often start with describing surface level conflict and points of contention. They might say they are tired of nagging, the constant...
by Kameela Osman, MSW, RSW, PMH-C | Feb 10, 2025 | Relationship Issues
Relationships thrive when couples learn how to repair after conflict. The power of repair lies in turning disagreements into opportunities for growth. Instead of sweeping things under the rug or letting resentments build, effective repair helps couples reconnect....
by Kameela Osman, MSW, RSW, PMH-C | Jan 5, 2025 | Relationship Issues
The first Monday of January is often referred to as “Divorce Day” by many lawyers—a day when couples, after the emotional intensity of the holidays, begin to seriously consider separation. Before making life-changing decisions, it’s worth asking: Have we truly given...
by Kameela Osman, MSW, RSW, PMH-C | Aug 15, 2024 | Relationship Issues
In our busy lives, it’s easy to take our intimate relationships for granted, assuming that they will thrive on love alone. However, just like any other aspect of wellness, our relationships require regular maintenance to stay strong and healthy. This...
by Kameela Osman, MSW, RSW, PMH-C | Sep 24, 2018 | Relationship Issues
It’s understood that becoming parents creates changes in a relationship. Some of those changes are great and many will agree are worth every bit of the hard stuff. However, when stuck in the hard stuff, it doesn’t feel so great and can get really hard. This is stuff...
by Kameela Osman, MSW, RSW, PMH-C | Aug 24, 2018 | Relationship Issues
Mindfulness is often spoken about in terms of wellness and self-care. While that's valid, mindfulness also has other practical applications. Of them, is using mindful practice to better our intimate relationship. Before I go on to explain 3 ways mindful practice can...
