You're a stepmom for one reason, and one reason only: your partner! Ensure that your relationship is as strong and healthy as it can possibly be by mastering effective communication practices. Today, Keisha Williams, a Gottman Method trained counselor, joins me on the podcast to share her BEST tips for combatting defensiveness in communication with your partner, how to communicate better during disagreements, and MORE.  Keisha is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Texas, Florida and Washington State. She specializes in couples counseling but her experience also includes treating behavioral health disorders, family issues, self-esteem barriers, career counseling, and much more. Her clinical approaches include Gottman Couples Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Christian Counseling. She is passionate about serving people. Using an integrated model, she seeks to meet you where you are.  As a Jesus follower, His influence guides and empowers her work, bringing healing and restoration and hope to individuals and couples. She believes you were uniquely created and we are not meant to do life alone. Being seen by your partner matters. Your relationship matters. It is her honor and mission to help couples move from fighting with one another to fighting together for the sake of their union.  Links Mentioned:  1. Interested in becoming Keisha's client? Book a free consultation: https://api.portal.therapyappointment.com/n/public/clientRegistration?therapistId=61C6BD9002AF4B3582849F8A5E41F8CC 2. Interested in learning more relationship tips? Follow Keisha on FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083863911937&mibextid=LQQJ4d 3. Interested in booking Keisha for a speaking engagement? Call or email me at 253-366-3016 or [email protected] 4. Read more about Keisha and her work here:  www.thejourneytobetter.com  Ready to create a stepmom life you love? Grab my FREE GUIDE 15 Ways to Become a Happier Stepmom Overnight: https://stepmomming.com/happier Let’s work together: https://stepmomming.com/quick-links/ Join our FREE support group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/stepmommingainteasy