Anxious and avoidant partners often feel drawn to each other—only to end up stuck in the same painful cycle. One pulls close, the other pulls away. In this blog, therapist Lisa Chen explains why this pattern happens, how it forms from early attachment experiences, and what couples can do to finally break the loop and build secure connection.

You love your partner, but lately, it feels like you're reaching out into silence. Read more about why your partner might shut down.

You’re not broken—and neither is your partner. But your attachment styles might be clashing in a way that makes conflict harder and connection feel out of reach.

I want to share some insights on how understanding interpersonal neurobiology (IPNB) can transform your partnership and rewire your brain for lasting love.

Feeling a little jealous in your relationship? Don't worry; it's a perfectly normal emotion that we all experience from time to time. Learn some tips and tricks to deal with jealousy in a healthy way.

Take our Attachment Style Quiz to uncover your unique style and learn how it impacts your life.

As a couples therapist in Hermosa Beach, I've seen firsthand the power of effective repair strategies. I'll share 7 tips to help you repair your relationship after a fight.