# Colorado Relationship Recovery

## Pages
- [Welcome & Who Should I Work With?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/about-us): Colorado Relationship Recovery provides couples counseling, marriage counseling and premarital counseling in Denver, Colorado 80222
- [Offering Couples Therapy to Residents Across Lakewood, CO](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/couples-counseling-lakewood-co): We offer couples therapy in Lakewood, CO, to help you have more harmony and build a stronger and more resilient future together.
- [Couples Therapy & Marriage Counseling in Denver, CO | Colorado Relationship Recovery](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/relationship-therapists-denver-co): Experienced relationship therapists in Denver helping couples improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen connection. Schedule a free consultation today.
- [EMDR Therapy for Couples in Denver, Colorado](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/emdr-therapy-for-couples-denver): Experience Healing Together with EMDR Therapy for Couples in Denver, CO. Expert Support for Couples Seeking Lasting Connection and Emotional Well-being. Book Your Session Today!
- [Thanks for taking the relationship quiz!](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/quiz-categories): This relationship quiz can help you understand how you are wired and what that means for you and your partner. It's based on Attachment Theory
- [Office Location & Schedule Appointment](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/contact-me): Contact Colorado Relationship Recovery for counseling and therapy services in Denver, CO 80222. Contact today for marriage counseling!
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- [Home page](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/): We specialize in marriage counseling and couples therapy in Denver, Colorado. We also offer in-person therapy in Colorado Springs. Have more intimacy!
- [Rates & Insurance](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/rates-insurance): View session rates & insurance info for marriage counseling with Jason Polk. Call now for affordable therapy in Denver, Colorado 80222
- [Family Therapy for Addiction](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/family-therapy-for-addiction): CRAFT is a free support group for family members who love someone with substance abuse. Get support and family therapy for addiction.
- [Blog](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/blog): Read the latest blog posts written by Jason A Polk, LCSW, LAC in Denver, CO for advice on marriage problems and being your best self.
- [Rates & Contact](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/contact): Reach out with your questions about couples therapy in the Denver metro area. We also provide therapy online throughout Colorado.
- [Resources for Anger](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/resources-for-anger): Resources for Anger recommended by Colorado Relationship Recovery in Denver, CO. Call for couples counseling & family therapy in Denver, CO
- [Online Marriage Counseling in Colorado](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/online-marriage-counseling): We offer online marriage counseling in Colorado, and it can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Learn how to communicate effectively with your partner at home. 
- [Join Our Team!](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/join-our-team): Colorado Relationship Recovery is looking for passionate individuals who want to join a team of dedicated and supportive couples therapists.
- [Individual Relationship Counseling](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/individual-relationship-counseling): We provide individual counseling in the Denver metro to help you have the relationship you deserve, even if your partner doesn't wish to attend.
- [Colorado Relationship App](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/colorado-relationship-app)
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/privacy-policy)
- [Couples Therapy for Residents of Littleton, CO](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/littleton-co): Couples counseling & relationship support near Littleton, CO — expert therapy to reduce conflict, deepen connection, and grow healthier relationships
- [Couples Therapy for Residents of Golden, CO](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/golden-co): Expert relationship support near Golden, CO — couples counseling, infidelity repair, premarital therapy & more to help deepen trust and connection.
- [Couples Therapy for Residents of Highlands Ranch, CO](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/highlands-ranch-co): Couples counseling & relationship therapy for Highlands Ranch, CO — strengthen connection, rebuild trust, and grow intimacy. We offer a free consult!
- [Couples & Family Therapy in Colorado Springs | Colorado Relationship Recovery](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/couples-therapy-in-colorado-springs): Couples & family therapy in Colorado Springs to help you understand conflict, repair disconnection, and rebuild lasting emotional connection. 
- [Sex Therapy](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/sex-therapy): Rebuild intimacy with sex therapy in Denver. Get support to navigate differences in desire, improve communication, and create a more connection.

- [Relationship Coaching](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/relationship-coaching): Struggling in your relationship? Discover how RLT coaching helps couples rebuild trust, improve communication, and deepen your emotional connection.

## Posts
- [6 Principles for Secure Functioning Relationships](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/6-principles-for-secure-functioning): A quick blog on having a secure functioning relationship – that can put relationship insecurities at ease.
- [Ways To Start Having More Sex](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/ways-to-start-having-more-sex): If you want more sex in your relationship, the first step is talking about it. This blog provides steps for you two to create more intimacy.
- [My Wife and I Need To Go Back To Couples Therapy](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/going-back-to-couples-therapy): Even couples counselors need to go to therapy. Relationships can be so challenging and they bring up all of our unresolved issues.
- [Six Ways to Fight Fair](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/6-ways-to-fight-fair-keeping-the-smart-parts-of-our-brain-online): The best way to work with conflict is by keeping the smart parts of our brain online. Here are 6 ways to do so.
- [Collaborating in Times of Fear](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/in-times-of-fear): As the Corona virus hits our country, so does fear. The good thing about fear is that it keeps us alive. The not-so-good thing is that it creates stress...
- [Does Marriage Counseling Work?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/does-marriage-counseling-work): Marriage counseling does work especially If both partners don’t want the relationship to end, and the marriage counselor is experienced.
- [Meditate](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/meditate)
- [Mindfulness](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/mindfulness): Brief excerpt on mindfulness, by Colorado Relationship Recovery. Dropping ego defenses allows room for love and intimacy.
- [Couples Therapy Versus Marriage Counseling: What’s the Difference?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/couples-therapy-versus-marriage-counseling): In this brief blog, Colorado Relationship Recovery will provide the answer and what a couples therapist and marriage counselor can provide.
- [Comparing Relationships](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/comparing-relationship)
- [Date Nights are Self Care](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/date-night-self-care): That evening and morning my wife and I put our phones down (a feat for us) and gave each other our full attention... reinforcing my belief in the importance of connection for our well-being.
- [Common Female Mistakes](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/common-female-mistakes): Two common female mistakes: trying to engage your partner when they are shut down and assuming your partner knows what to do.
- [How To Avoid Trouble In Your Relationship (Adaptive Child & Wise Adult)](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-to-avoid-trouble-in-your-relationship-adaptive-child-wise-adult)
- [First Things First: The Primacy of Partnership in Blended Families](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/first-things-first-blended-families): For partners in blended families, I have found they do better when they follow one basic principle: they hold each other as primary in the relationship.
- [Why Relationships Don't Work & How They Can Work](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/why-relationships-dont-work-how-they-can): Relationships don't work because we stop really trying. This vlog shows that and provides ways you can make it work.
- [What is Mansplaining and How Can I Stop?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/what-is-mansplaining-and-how-can-i-stop): When someone mansplains, their basic attitude is to solve differences by proving how they're right and how the other person is wrong.
- [How Do You Know When Your Marriage Is Over?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-do-you-know-when-your-marriage-is-over): Disconnection is expressing anger or feeling like roommates. Depending on how deep it goes, can determine whether your marriage is over.
- [Common Marriage Counseling Questions](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/marriage-counseling-questions): As a marriage counselor, people often have common questions, which I will answer in this article: How much? How long? Do you take sides?
- [Creating Harmony with a Healthy Filter](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/creating-harmony): Building our relational muscle takes discipline to move past our primal response. When we do this, we have a good chance to build harmony.
- [Exercise to Cultivate Gratitude and Appreciation in Your Relationship](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/exercise-to-cultivate-gratitude-and-appreciation-in-your-relationship): This exercise can help you and your partner fully appreciate each other and deepen your connection.
- [My Experience with PACT](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/experience-pact-professionally-personally): When I attended PACT training, I had been divorced the year before, so I didn’t feel like a relationship guru. I just wanted to help couples.
- [Healing & Moving Forward After Infidelity](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/healing-after-infidelity): If you’ve recently experienced infidelity in your relationship and would like to overcome this heartbreaking obstacle, relationship counseling can help. Click here to learn more.
- [What Is Active Listening?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/what-is-active-listening)
- [Finding Inner Peace Through EMDR: Anxiety Relief for All Ages](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/finding-inner-peace-through-emdr-anxiety-relief-for-all-ages): The therapists at Colorado Relationship Recovery customize EMDR sessions to address individual needs and goals. Find out more at this link.
- [Marriage Counseling Tips: How to Get the Most Out of It](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/marriage-counseling-tips): This blog, written by a marriage counselor, will provide six tips to help you get the most out of marriage counseling. Read more to save time!
- [Managing Conflict Vs. Shaking the Bottle](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/effectively-managing-conflict): It's important to actively communicate so pressure doesn't slowly build. When this happens, it's like opening a bottle that has been shaken.
- [“Marriage Counselor Near Me” – How To Find A Good Marriage Counselor](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/marriage-counselor-near-me-how-to-find-a-good-marriage-counselor): Marriage counselors are trained in different modalities. I'll help you understand more about them and the most important thing to look for.
- [Marriage Counseling: Do You Need It?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/marriage-counseling-do-you-need-it): Marriage counseling can be the catalyst for positive change in your relationship, allowing you to build a brighter future together. Find out more here.
- [What Does It Mean to Be Vulnerable in a Relationship?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/vulnerable-in-a-relationship): Being vulnerable in your relationship is sharing what’s really real to you and is the foundation of emotional intimacy. Learn more!
- [Avoiding Projections Through Appreciation](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/avoiding-projections-appreciation): Appreciation practice does not mean putting on rose-colored glasses. It means acknowledging a side of reality that is often missed.
- [How Long Should You Date Before Marriage?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-long-should-you-date-before-marriage): The infatuation stage usually ends in 1-2 years, kicking off automation. Here is where the work begins as specific patterns start to show up.
- [Why Can Marriage Suck? What Are the Benefits of Marriage?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/why-can-marriage-suck-what-are-the-benefits-of-marriage): This blog provides a reason why marriage can suck. It also shares the benefits of a healthy marriage and what to do if our marriage sucks.
- [How Does Couples Counseling Work?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-does-couples-counseling-work): This blog helps you understand more about couples counseling to make it less scary so you can experience the benefits of a thriving relationship.
- [Sex: Connecting, Not Performing](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/sex-connecting-not-performing): You don’t need to have sex to connect on a deep level. All you need to do is take a moment to find each other through your eyes.
- [Relationship Goals: Prioritize Your Relationship](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/relationship-goals-prioritize-your-relationship)
- [Communication Skills and Our Adaptive Child](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/communication-skills-and-our-adaptive-child): There is a part of us that doesn't want to use communication skills. That part is called our adaptive child. We need to work with those parts.
- [Boundaries and Walls: What's the Difference?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/boundaries-and-walls-whats-the-difference): Discover the difference between walls and healthy boundaries in relationships. Learn how to protect your heart, communicate with care, and build connection
- [Have Difficult Conversations](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/have-difficult-conversations): This video/blog reminds us not to wait for resentments to bottle up; make sure that we get them out. We also show how to do that. Check it out!
- [Patterns from the Past: Relational Implications of Avoidant and Anxious-Ambivalent Cultures](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/patterns-from-the-past): Applying attachment research to how we interact in intimate relationships has several benefits. Here, we examine avoidant and anxious-ambivalent cultures.
- [Common Questions: My Partner Does Not Want To Go To Couples Therapy](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/common-questions-my-partner-does-not-want-to-go-to-couples-therapy): If your partner does not want to go to couples therapy, here are some common questions and advice to consider in your journey towards relationship health.
- [Reconnecting with the Consequences of Anger](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/reconnecting-with-the-consequences-of-anger): We often need to be reconnected to the consequences of our anger when we are home because we can't get away with such anger at work.
- [How to Create More Harmony and Connection in Your Relationship](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-to-create-more-harmony): Creating more harmony and connection is one of the easiest places to start working on your relationship. Find out how to do so here!
- [More Sex: Acceptance Vs Control](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/more-sex-acceptance-vs-control): What can we control if we want our partner to have sex with us more? Here's a framework based on a recent couple that came to my practice.
- [Why Does My Husband Get Mad Over Small Things?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/mad-over-small-things): He can control his anger and he does so when the negative consequences of getting mad over small things are in his face. Am I wrong?
- [Being at Home in Relationship: Taking Care of Your Side of the House](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/being-at-home): Intimate relationships are like a house. When partners are able to form a supportive and secure house, partners are able to love and thrive.
- [Dumb Guy Moves](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/dumb-guy-moves): Watch these dumb-guy moves to learn how to avoid them. We also provide you with tips on what to do instead. Check it out!
- [The Best Way to Help Your Partner in Stressful Situations](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/the-best-way-to-help-your-partner-in-stressful-situations): Have you given feel back to your partner is stressful situation? This blog provides relationship advice for parents and how to be a team.
- [What Makes a Healthy Relationship? Four Core Principles](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/what-makes-a-healthy-relationship-4-core-principles): It's about the relationship, express interest, have tough talks, and appreciate your partner. These are four core principles.
- [A Common Characteristic All Disconnected Couples Have](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/a-common-characteristic-all-disconnected-couples-have): A common characteristic that all disconnected couples have is that their relationship has become a low priority. Learn how to avoid this!
- [Marriage Counseling Advice for Newly Married Couples](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/marriage-counseling-advice-for-newly-married-couples): If you're a newly married couple, here are 10 things you can do to create a solid foundation and be happy moving forward.
- [Take A Time Out For Your Relationship](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/take-a-time-out-for-your-relationship)
- [Sobriety is a Sign of Health, Not Failure](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/sobriety-a-sign-of-health): A sign of health would be for Jim to realize that he has the ability to be sober without losing his life. In fact, if he sticks with it... he will gain more
- [How Much is Marriage Counseling?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-much-is-marriage-counseling): A master-level counselor will cost about $200 per hour in Denver. Is that worth avoiding the pain of disconnection and the cost of divorce?
- [We Always Have a Choice (in relationships)](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/we-always-have-a-choice-in-relationships): We have a choice in how we behave. The great Indian philosopher, Krishnamurti says that true freedom is freedom from our automatic responses.
- [Fix it by Listening](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/fix-it-by-listening): The best way to fix a problem is to listen to your partner and let him or her know you're doing that. This could solve 90% of all communication issues.
- [A Red Flag That Could Mean Divorce](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/a-red-flag-that-could-mean-divorce): Couples Therapist, Jason Polk writes about a common Red Flag that could mean divorce. He also provides suggestions on how to avoid being there.
- [10 Tips to Fix Your Relationship and Get Back on the Right Track](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/10-tips-to-fix-your-relationship-and-get-back-on-the-right-track): Relationships are challenging and we may need help to get back on track. Here are 10 tips to fix your relationship written by a couples counselor.
- [I Can’t Talk to My Partner Without Them Getting Angry](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/without-getting-angry): If you feel like, “I can’t talk to my partner without them getting angry,” you’re not alone. Learn why it happens and how to practice healthy communication. 
- [Before you Cheat, Read This](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/before-you-cheat-read-this): Before you cheat become aware of the potential consequences. This article may help you with understanding those potential consequences.
- [Top Communication Techniques for Newlyweds](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/top-communication-techniques-for-newlyweds): Communication is the foundation of a successful marriage. By implementing these communication techniques, you can nurture a loving and lasting partnership.
- [Boundaries: How to Define, Set, and Keep Them](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/boundaries-how-to-define-set-and-keep-them): This blog describes what a boundary is, and how to set and keep them. And why is this important for the health of your relationship?
- [Relational Heroism and Revising the Family Playbook](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/relational-heroism): Relational recovery takes some relational heroism to revise the old family playbook. Here Jason Polk shares some of his journey in relational recovery.
- [How to Thrive in a Long-Distance, Pre-Marital Relationship](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-to-thrive-in-a-long-distance-pre-marital-relationship): Embarking on a long-distance, pre-marital relationship can be both exciting and challenging. Follow this link to learn how you and your partner can thrive.
- [Can A Relationship Survive Cheating?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/can-a-relationship-survive-cheating): More than half of couples survive cheating. But as couples therapists, we want couples not only to survive but to thrive, and it's doable.
- [Bringing I Feel Statements Back](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/bringing-i-feel-statements-back): I feel statements are so important in relationships. Be mindful not to pass your truth as the truth because that creates problems. Read more!
- [How Can EMDR Help Couples?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-can-emdr-help-couples): Most of us have experienced trauma in our life. EMDR can help us get unstuck and if done in the context couples sessions, it can be powerful!
- [A Toxic Relationship Coach Speaks](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/a-toxic-relationship-coach-speaks)
- [Ways to Rebuild Trust after an Affair](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/ways-rebuild-trust-affair): The good news is, if an affair has occurred and you both wish to remain in the relationship, you can take steps to become teammates again.
- [4 Things To Do If Your Relationship Is Falling Apart](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/4-things-to-do-if-your-relationship-is-falling-apart): Recently, it got terrible between Jess and me. I reflected on how we got back to connection and I share this story here. Check it out!
- [Buddhism, Spirituality and Dependency](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/spirituality-and-dependency): As a couple therapist, I cannot deny what seems to be inherent contradictions of this spiritual path and healthy dependency.
- [Reparenting: How to Heal Your Triggers and Find Inner Peace](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/what-to-do-when-im-triggered-inner-child-work): Learn to navigate relationship triggers by understanding and reparenting your inner child. This post explores the connection between past trauma and present reactions and how to heal.
- [Empathy 101](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/empathy-101): Empathy is being mindful of our impact on others. This video shows the importance of having limits to avoid making others feel bad.
- [Repairing Distress through Vulnerability](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/repairing-distress-through-vulnerability): This is a tried a true method of repairing your relationship. Vulnerability is conveying that you are friendly and want to be real.
- [Family Holidays with Your Partner](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/family-holidays-with-your-partner): This video/blog reminds you to plan for potentially difficult situations. It signifies that you two are the most important, which you are!
- [A Quick Relationship Hack That Can Save You A Headache](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/a-quick-relationship-hack-that-can-save-you-a-headache): Want a quick relationship hack to avoid a headache? Focus on your partner's strengths and not their weaknesses. This will make you happier.
- [6 Signs You Need to See a Couples Therapist](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/6-signs-you-need-to-see-a-couples-therapist): Are you and your partner struggling to get along? Couples therapy can help. Here are 6 signs that means it's time to see a couples therapist.
- [Stopping Resentment in It’s Tracks](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/stopping-resentment-in-its-tracks)
- [Plans for the Holidays: Two Ways to Help Your Partner During Family Visits](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/couples-planning-for-the-holidays): Planning with your partner before events conveys that you two matter most. It signifies that you two are the priority, not familial stress.
- [Mike Gets to Work](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/mike-gets-to-work): Mike was at the precipice, was he going to be alone, or was he going to change? Mike knew he could be better for his family and himself.
- [Attachment Primer](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/attachment-primer): Attachment style is the primary relational state of mind to which we revert once the initial infatuation phase of the relationship is over. Click to learn more!
- [Moving in Together: How Soon is Too Soon?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/moving-in-together-how-soon-is-too-soon): Moving in together is an exciting but huge step in your relationship. Jason writes when is a good time, and when it's too soon.
- [How To Have a Healthy Relationship](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-to-have-a-healthy-relationship): When we work to make the relationship better instead of trying to feel better in the moment, overtime we will create a healthy relationship.
- [Interview with Shane Birkel](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/interview-with-shane-birkel): This is a fun interview with relationship guru Shane Birkel. We discuss how he is a big deal, his work with couples and his relationship.
- [When To Go To Couples Therapy](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/when-to-go-to-couples-therapy): Knowing when to go to couples therapy can help you avoid a painful breakup. This blog shows how we help you have a healthy relationship.
- [Is It Mean To Set Boundaries?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-to-set-boundaries-without-being-mean)
- [Get in Touch With Your Feelings](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/get-in-touch-with-your-feelings): This blog helps those disconnected from their feelings start to become aware of them and practice sharing them with their partner.
- [Three Ways to Mitigate Anger in Relationships](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/three-ways-to-mitigate-anger): Take space, share your vulnerability and hug. Learn more about how these can mitigate the consequences of your anger.
- [Practicing Mindfulness in Relationships: Creating a Bigger Container](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/practicing-mindfulness-relationships): Mindfulness alone won’t solve all of your relationship difficulties...it creates a bigger picture of reality, giving you more options in your relationship.
- [How To Forgive Yourself for Cheating](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-to-forgive-yourself-for-cheating): If you feel bad for cheating, that means you are a good person. We'll share how you can start to forgive yourself and create a healthy relationship. 
- [How To Save Your Marriage](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-to-save-your-marriage): As a couples therapist for over ten years. Here are my top 4 ways you can save your marriage. Check it out!
- [What To Expect From Couples Counseling](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/what-to-expect-from-couples-counseling): If you're curious about what to expect from couples counseling, check out our latest. We share how we guide you two from disconnection to connection. 
- [Couples Counseling and Your Messy Partner](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/couples-counseling-and-mess): Mess is a common issue that couples bring to counseling. This blog shares how we, Colorado Relationship Recovery, guide you two to more harmony.
- [Can Marriage Counseling Make Things Worse?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/can-marriage-counseling-make-things-worse): This can be a concern if you are seeking marriage counseling. You don’t want to seek help for your marriage only to make matters worse. Read more!
- [How to Fall Back in Love with Your Partner](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-to-fall-back-in-love-with-your-partner): Falling back in love with your partner is a journey that involves awareness, intentional effort, and a willingness to break old patterns.
- [From Emotional to Sexual Intimacy: A Guide for Males (and Couples)](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/from-emotional-to-sexual-intimacy-a-recipe-for-couples): Discover how emotional intimacy can deepen your connection and lead to sexual intimacy. Males: learn about the "wedding cake" model for more intimacy.
- [Finding the Right Couples Therapy in Denver: A Guide to Understanding and Choosing the Best Therapist for Your Needs](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/finding-the-right-couples-therapy-in-denver-a-guide-to-understanding-and-choosing-the-best-therapist-for-your-needs): Are you considering couples therapy in Denver? This guide helps you understand the process, goals, and common myths. And helps you find the right therapist.
- [What Is the Purpose of Marriage? A Marriage Counselor’s Perspective](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/what-is-the-purpose-of-marriage): Discover the purpose of marriage from a marriage counselor’s perspective. Learn why marriage matters and how it supports emotional and financial well-being.
- [What is Considered Cheating?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/what-is-considered-cheating): Discover how unfaithfulness, deception, and broken agreements – physical, emotional, or financial – can damage trust and lead to a reevaluation of the relationship.
- [Marriage Counseling Vs Divorce](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/marriage-counseling-vs-divorce): Facing marital challenges? Explore the financial and emotional costs of marriage counseling vs divorce, and which may be right for you and your relationship. 
- [The Art of Repair: What It Means and Why It's So Hard](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/the-art-of-repair-what-it-means-and-why-its-so-hard): Discover the art of relationship repair. Conflict is inevitable, so repair is crucial. Learn practical tools to reconnect, communicate effectively, and reestablish connection after arguments.
- [Why Happy Couples Still Go to Therapy (and Maybe You Should Too)](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/why-happy-couples-still-go-to-therapy): Happy couples often seek therapy to stay connected, prevent disconnection, and strengthen their relationship from the outset; things don't need to be bad.
- [The Roommate Phase: Why It Happens—and What to Do About It](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/the-roommate-phase-why-it-happensand-what-to-do-about-it): Feeling like roommates with your partner? Learn why it happens, how to reconnect, and simple steps to bring intimacy and closeness back.
- [What Is a Couples Intensive?](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/what-is-a-couples-intensive): Discover the power of couples intensives—focused, immersive therapy designed to break old patterns, heal resentments, and rebuild connection in just one or two days.
- [How Parents Can Rekindle Intimacy](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/how-parents-can-rekindle-intimacy): Explore how sex therapy helps parents rekindle intimacy. Learn tips from couples therapist Janelle Washburn on desire, connection, and passion.
- [Marriage Counseling with a Narcissist](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/marriage-counseling-with-a-narcissist): Discover about marriage counseling with a narcissist. Learn how narcissistic traits impact relationships, and strategies therapists use to create change.
- [The Most Important Thing for Couples: Power With, Not Power Over](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/the-most-important-thing-for-couples-power-with-not-power-over): Why “power with” — not “power over” — is the key to a healthy relationship. Denver couples therapist explains how collaboration and empathy can transform.
- [5 Things Healthy Couples Avoid](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/5-things-healthy-couples-avoid): A couples therapist explains the five things emotionally healthy partners avoid—and how you can build a calmer, more connected relationship.
- [RLT and the Heart of Couples Therapy: A Conversation with Brandon Schwartz](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/rlt-and-the-heart-of-couples-therapy-a-conversation-with-brandon-schwartz): Learn how Relational Life Therapy (RLT) transforms relationships. Therapist Brandon Schwartz discusses accountability and practical RLT tools.
- [A Reality Show That Quietly Redefines Masculinity](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/a-reality-show-that-quietly-redefines-masculinity): Hallmark’s Finding Mr. Christmas offers a surprising model of modern masculinity—strong, athletic, and emotionally open. This is the upgrade men deserve.
- [From Defensiveness to Connection: Emotional Intelligence in Marriage](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/from-defensiveness-to-connection-emotional-intelligence-in-marriage): Emotional intelligence in marriage helps couples move from defensiveness to connection. Learn three phrases that improve communication and repair conflict.
- [Couples Therapy in Denver](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/couples-therapy-in-denver): Looking for couples therapy in Denver? Learn how couples therapy works, how RLT helps break stuck patterns, and how to reconnect with shared power.
- [Men: You’re Not Bad at Feelings. You Were Just Never Taught](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/men-youre-not-bad-at-feelings-you-were-just-never-taught): Men aren’t bad at feelings—they were never taught. Learn why emotional expression is hard for many men and some habits that build awareness and connection.
- [Conflict Isn't A Problem](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/conflict-isnt-a-problem): Conflict happens in relationships. Learn practical tools for self-regulation, healthy communication, repair, and agreements that help couples be OK, 
- [Communication Tools (Part 1) ](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/communication-tools-part-1-): Conflict isn't the problem — intensity is. Learn practical communication tools for couples: self-regulation, the Feedback Wheel, emotional intelligence, and more.
- [Power-With, Not Power-Over: Marriage Is A Three-Legged Race](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/power-with-not-power-over-marriage-is-a-three-legged-race): Marriage is a three-legged race—you can’t win by dragging your partner. Discover power-with, why control fails, and how to repair your relationship.
- [You Hurt Me, So I Hurt You](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/you-hurt-me-so-i-hurt-you): When your partner hurts you, do you hurt them back? Learn why retaliation keeps couples disconnected and how to communicate hurt in a healthier way.
- [Our Relationship Recovery Model](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/our-relationship-recovery-model): Discover Colorado Relationship Recovery's proven Relationship Recovery Model that helps couples reduce conflict and build a lasting connection.
- [What You Can (and Can't) Control in a Relationship](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/what-you-can-and-cant-control-in-a-relationship): Learn what you can and can't control in a relationship, why acceptance matters, and how focusing on your own choices can create a healthier connection.

## Services
- [Infidelity and Affair Recovery](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/infidelity-counseling): The discovery of infidelity is challenging for couples. We provide infidelity therapy and affair counseling in Denver & CO, to help couples really recover.
- [Counseling for Couples](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/counseling-for-couples): Couples counseling in Denver & CO Springs to help you rebuild trust, improve communication, and create lasting intimacy. In-person and online sessions available.
- [Intensive Couples Therapy](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/couple-intensive): Intensive couples therapy in Denver & Colorado Springs. Our couples intensives condense months of work into 1–2 days — with Jason Polk, LCSW
- [Premarital Counseling | Colorado Relationship Recovery](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/premarital-counseling): Getting married soon? Our premarital counseling helps you feel more connected, confident, and ready for whatever comes next, together.
- [Couples Therapy and Substance Use](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/couples-therapy-and-substance-use): Jason Polk has several years experience working with addiction. He provides couples therapy within the context of substance abuse issues.
- [Discernment counseling in Colorado](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/discernment-counseling-in-colorado): Should I stay or should I go? Discernment Counseling in Colorado helps couples facing divorce find clarity and a thoughtful way forward.

## Staff
- [Jude Rudolph Nesbitt, MA, MFTC | Couples & Individual Therapist](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/staff/jude-rudolph-nesbitt-ma-mftc): Jude Nesbitt is a Master's level relationship therapist. She's trained in Relational Life Therapy (RLT) and is accepting new clients!
- [Jason Polk, LCSW, LAC | Couples Therapist, Addictions Counselor & Founder](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/staff/jason-polk): Jason Polk, LCSW, LAC provides quality therapy for Denver couples and individuals. Reach out today to create the relationship you want!
- [Brandon Schwartz, LCSW | Clinical Director | Couples and Individual Therapist](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/staff/brandon-schwartz-msw-lsw): Brandon is couples therapist in Castle Rock, CO and online. He's passionate about helping couples foster intimacy, passion, and harmony.
- [Demetria Menard, MFTC | Couples, Individual & Family Therapist](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/staff/demetria-menard-mftc): Demetria is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. 
- [Russ Crowe, MFTC | Couples & Individual Therapist](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/staff/russ-crowe-mftc): Russ is dedicated to guiding couples with authentic, meaningful therapy to connection and lasting change. 
- [Lana Isaacson, LCSW, CAS | Couples & Individual Therapist | EFT Certified](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/staff/lana-isaacson-lcsw-cas)
- [Hailey Siebold, MA, LPCC | Couples & Individual Therapist](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/staff/hailey-siebold-ma-lpcc): Hailey Siebold is a couples therapist training in RLT and EFT! She's currently accepting new clients to help you have more connection and passion!
- [Ruthie Perez, LPC | Couples & Individual Therapist](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/staff/ruthie-perez): Ruthie Perez is a couples and individual therapist who helps couples break out of painful patterns and create connection, honesty and mutual respect.
- [Dave Jackson, LPCC | Couples & Individual Therapist](https://www.coloradorelationshiprecovery.com/staff/dave-jackson-lpcc): Dave Jackson is an experienced therapist who works with non-monogamous and non-traditional relationship structures, kink, LGBTQIA+ and co-parenting,