Research shows that once your brain is flooded, it takes about 20 minutes to fully calm down and regain the ability to problem-solve effectively. That’s why one of the best tools couples can use during an argument is breathwork.

At Sparrow Counseling, we help couples learn how to regulate their emotions through simple, science-backed breathing techniques. Here are three powerful ways to use breathwork to de-escalate conflict, think more clearly, and improve communication with your partner.

At Sparrow Counseling, we encourage couples to be intentional about physical connection, especially during busy seasons like the holidays. Here are five ways hugging can transform your relationship and how to incorporate more intentional moments of connection into your daily routine.

Conflict in relationships isn’t the problem—how we handle it is. When couples learn to pause, breathe, stay curious, and remain present, they can transform difficult conversations into opportunities for deeper understanding and connection.

Currently, technology plays a pivotal role in how one's co-parenting relationship is played out.  Unfortunately, some couples have used it as a means of destruction to destroy each other and publicly display "their dirty laundry".  This does not encourage a co-parenting relationship.  Using technology to hurt your former spouse only ends up hurting your children...and yourself.

Valentine’s Day can be a beautiful opportunity for couples to connect and celebrate their love. But let’s be honest—sometimes it also brings a lot of pressure. With endless ads for grand romantic gestures and social media showcasing picture-perfect celebrations, expectations can quickly get out of hand.

Coparenting after a divorce can be an ugly process that can bring out the worst in people. Divorce is a process that breeds selfishness and bitterness. It is no wonder that as you go through a divorce communicating with your former spouse can only get harder and harder. That is why treating your former spouse, as a new business partner may be just what you need for your kids to thrive in your new co-parenting relationship.

Mediation occurs when a divorcing couple and usually their attorneys come to the table with a mediator to help resolve any disputes they have regarding their divorce. It is non-adversarial conversation.  The divorce mediator is usually an attorney or mental health professional.  The mediator's role is to facilitate a discussion.  A mediator is not a judge.  They do not make any decisions, instead they help the parties involved talk about the issues calmly and negotiate a mutually acceptable agreement.

For couples going through different seasons in their relationship, particularly when confidence and clarity are gone, discernment counseling can help provide direction. Sparrow Counseling shares three facts about discernment counseling and how a session can give you the confidence and clarity you need to move forward.