Read more about the article Premarital Counseling in Staten Island: 12 Essential Conversations Every Couple Should Have Before Marriage

Premarital Counseling in Staten Island: 12 Essential Conversations Every Couple Should Have Before Marriage

By Kelly Gorsky, LMHC, CCP, CAMS-I, Divorce Mediator Most couples spend months planning their wedding. They choose the venue, sample the food, create the guest list, and think about every detail that will make the day memorable. Yet one of the most important parts of getting married often receives the least amount of attention: preparing for the marriage itself. A wedding lasts one day. Marriage is something you build every day afterward. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I've worked with many couples who deeply love each other but have never had honest conversations about topics like finances, parenting, intimacy,…

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What Is Sexual Compatibility in a Relationship & Why It Matters

By Kelly Gorsky, LMHC, CCP, CAMS-I, Divorce Mediator Quick Answer: What Is Sexual Compatibility? Sexual compatibility refers to the degree to which two people are aligned in their sexual needs, desires, preferences, frequency expectations, and communication around intimacy. It is not solely about physical chemistry. It also involves emotional openness, honest communication, and the willingness to understand your partner’s needs as well as your own. Sexual compatibility is one of the most important and often overlooked factors in long-term relationship success. Sexual compatibility is one of those topics that many couples avoid discussing until it becomes a serious problem. Yet…

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