Understanding the Second Marriage Divorce Rate

by Staff Writer | Nov 26, 2018 | Courage, Divorce, EFT, Retreats, Vulnerability

(and How You Can Beat the Odds)Embarking on a lifetime commitment in the form of marriage is a leap of faith for anyone. But for those of us who have experienced divorce firsthand, it can feel like an even greater one. It is no wonder that the second marriage divorce...

40 Years Married & Beyond: 5 Tips for Marriage Longevity in Your Golden Years

by Staff Writer | Jun 3, 2018 | Conflict, Crisis, EFT, Gottman, Vulnerability

Belgian psychotherapist Esther Perel once said, “None of us are married to just one person in our lives, even if we only marry one person.” For those who have been married 40 years and beyond, this saying undoubtedly rings true. As partners change and...

Message from the Director: Announcing Expanded Hours & 5 New Team Members

by Kerry Lusignan | Apr 7, 2018 | EFT, Gottman, Retreats

We believe couples therapy is an integral part of cultivating a healthy and happy relationship throughout the lifespan of a couple. And, it is often a necessity for couples and families who face various challenges, including: transitioning to parenthood, becoming...

Marriage Problems After 20 Years, 30 Years & Beyond

by Staff Writer | Jan 25, 2018 | Conflict, Couples Therapy, Divorce, EFT

Expert Intimacy Advice from Martha Reeves, MA, LICSW If you have been married or in a committed relationship for 20 years or more, you have done something remarkable. Long-term committed relationships take more trust, loyalty, and sacrifice as time goes on. However,...

NCCT Ranks #1 Among Marriage Retreats in the U.S.

by Staff Writer | Jan 3, 2018 | Conflict, EFT, Gottman, Retreats

As the only couples counseling practice in Massachusetts that focuses exclusively on treating couples, we take pride in what we do. However, it is also nice to be recognized every now and then. Therefore, we are very proud to announce that last month, NCCT was...

Kerry Lusignan Interview with “The Couples Therapist Couch”

by Staff Writer | Sep 22, 2017 | EFT, Gottman

In an interview for “The Couples Therapist Couch,” Kerry Lusignan describes the models, approaches, and philosophies at Northampton Center for Couples Therapy, where she and her team see 100 couples per week, offering 90-minute therapy sessions as well as...