Category Archives: Marriage Counseling

Why is Marriage so Difficult?

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Dean Sunseri

Marriage is a partnership between two individuals that is meant to last a lifetime.  Why do so many marriages fail?  Why do 50% of the marriages in the United Stated end up in divorce?  This is a million dollar question.  … Continue reading →

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Rules for Fair Fighting: Marriage Counseling

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Dean Sunseri

Fighting fair in marriage is an attitude and a skill; a skill that must be learned and practice to have a successful marriage. The following are some basic guidelines for fighting fair in marriage: 1. Deal With The Issue Quickly … Continue reading →

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10 Ways to Improve your Marriage

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Dean Sunseri

It takes work to have a good marriage and the following are 10 practical suggestions to improve the quality of your marriage.  Practice these principles and you will reap great benefits. 1.      Create a date night either every week or … Continue reading →

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Three Reason Why Christian Marriages Fail

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Dean Sunseri

In the United States we have an epidemic of divorce.  Marriage is the sacred institution that provides the foundation for the individual, the family, the community and the nation.  When marriages fall apart, the individual, the family, the community and … Continue reading →

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The 7 Keys to Effective Communication

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Dean Sunseri

As a marriage counselor, one of the most common problems for a couple is the inability to effectively communicate.  Often, a past problem has not been resolved because of the lack of communication, and the small hill of a problem … Continue reading →

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A Guideline for Blended Families or Step Parenting

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Dean Sunseri

A blended family or step parenting can be a very big challenge for everyone involved.  The following are some guidelines to make the new family unit function more effectively. Be Patient – A natural family is created slowly, yet a … Continue reading →

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Covenant Marriage

Posted on August 21, 2011 by Dean Sunseri

There are 3 levels of agreement.  The first level is the lightest and most casual which we will call an agreement.  An agreement is a simple commitment between two people, such as making an appointment to go to lunch next … Continue reading →

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