MICHELLE BIANCO

ve on our own because we didn't have unbiased views or the tools to understand our arguments or disputes. We realized we needed a professional to get through some difficult issues that we were going through. We never intended to fight or hurt each other. But when we fought, Michelle provided a forum for us to voice our feelings and listen to each other. She helped us explore the root cause of our arguments. During the process not only have I learned so much about my partner, I've learned a lot about myself and the origins to why I react to different situations? We found new appreciation for each other, learned to communicate better and most important of all how to handle an argument. It took more than a few sessions over months to get to where we are. At times we were at an impasse and felt that there's nothing we could do to turnaround the issues, but Michelle encouraged us and gave us the tools to continue working on our issues outside of our sessions. Michelle was especially flexible with scheduling and since our sessions were over the phone it was especially easy and relaxing to coordinate. There were a few times my fiancé or I had individual sessions to talk about our personal issues (e.g. family, friends, and work). I felt she took an interest and got to really know us. My fiancé and I are in a very good place in our relationship, and I thank Michelle for helping us to get there.