Premarital counseling provides couples with the tools they need to build a healthy and lasting relationship. It helps partners explore crucial topics such as communication and conflict styles, conflict resolution, finances, intimacy, and family expectations before saying "I do." Research has shown that couples who engage in premarital counseling experience higher marital satisfaction and a lower risk of divorce. In fact, it’s estimated that couples who engage in professional premarital counseling are 31% less likely to divorce.

Congratulations! If you’re reading this you’ve made it to 2025! Now that we’ve entered the new year, many of us may feel the urge to make fresh starts, set ambitious resolutions, and strive for personal transformation. We look forward to a new beginning, a clean slate, and the promise of a better, more fulfilled version of ourselves. However, the pressure to "improve" can often feel overwhelming, and those resolutions can quickly slip away—leaving us with feelings of failure, guilt, and frustration.

Grieving the loss of a loved one or a significant life change is one of life’s most profound challenges. While grief is universal, everyone experiences it differently. Understanding the Dual Process Model of Grief can offer clarity and compassion for your journey. This blog will explain what to expect in grief counseling, emphasizing this evidence-based framework that balances loss and restoration.

Learn why rupture and repair are essential for healthy relationships. Discover tips to rebuild trust and foster deeper connections.

Couples therapy can be transformative for relationships, helping partners navigate challenges, deepen emotional connections, and grow together. If you're considering couples therapy with a therapist who uses the Developmental Model of Couples Therapy by Ellyn Bader and Peter Pearson, it’s helpful to understand what to expect. This evidence-based approach is designed to support couples as they grow individually and as a unit, addressing key stages of relational development.

Are you navigating the complex immigration process and wondering how to strengthen your petition? A psychological evaluation can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. Many individuals have found that an expert psychological report connecting their mental health to the circumstances of their immigration petition serves as compelling evidence for approval.

At Seed & Oak Counseling, we specialize in providing thorough and compassionate psychological evaluations tailored to meet the unique needs of immigration cases.