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A Culturally Competent Therapist’s Perspective Using EFT and Gottman Principles Relationships are built on love, yes—but they’re sustained through understanding. And when you and your partner come from different cultural backgrounds, that understanding must extend beyond personal preferences into the terrain of cultural expectations. Whether it’s about gender roles, family involvement, parenting, religion, social values, […]

In many cultures, emotions—especially the vulnerable ones—are seen as signs of weakness. The message is often subtle but clear: Don’t cry. Don’t complain. Toughen up. Get over it. Expressing pain, sadness, or even deep love may have been met with silence, discomfort, or even shame. For many of us, this emotional minimization became a survival strategy. We […]

Every couple brings a unique blend of histories, values, and traditions into their relationship. But when you and your partner were raised in vastly different cultural backgrounds, misunderstandings can feel like an unavoidable part of daily life. You might find yourselves arguing over family expectations, emotional expression, or even something as simple as how to […]