Articles by “Willa Williams, MA, LMFT, MA in Religion”

Dear CMR,

My wife and I have been happily married for four years now and have been encouraged to attend marriage retreats or counseling. We don't have any big issues going on, so what is the point of going to counseling or on a retreat?

Happy Husband

Have you come across a situation in which a person has a habit of making promises to you but never following through? How do you interact with this person, to ensure the promises do not continue to be unfulfilled?

Manipulation can be overt, and it can also be subtle, flying below our radar. What are some ways that we can recognize manipulation in relationships?

Dear CMR,

"I am in friendships that I am worried might be manipulative. What are some ways that I can recognize manipulation within friendships or relationships?" ​

Signed, 

Curious and Questioning

Dear CMR:

“What do I do when I have been dating my boyfriend for a long time, and he makes promises, especially about getting engaged, but never follows through?  I am getting very frustrated and resentful!”

Signed,

Tired of Waiting

Marriage and Family Therapist Willa Williams shares two key practices she considers vital to work on in healthy relationships.

Willa Williams (LMFT) explains why premarital counseling can benefit every couple before they obtain their marriage license.

Dear CMR,

How do you handle marriage when your husband is disabled to work but wants to provide?

Signed, Willing But Unable