In this episode of the Back in The Groove Again™ Podcast, I’m joined by the wonderful Melissa Johari — Founder and Clinic Director of The Couple Wellness Experts. Melissa has been helping couples build stronger, healthier relationships since 2012 through her private psychotherapy practice in Mississauga, Ontario, and will soon be expanding to Sarnia.Melissa is a Registered Social Worker with a background in Psychology, a Master’s in Social Work, and most recently, a Master’s in Theological Studies completed in 2024. She specializes in supporting couples at every stage of their relationship journey — from dating to premarital to long-term partnerships.In our conversation, Melissa shares:The most common challenges couples face todayHow her iLEAAD conversation tool helps improve communication and connectionThe importance of addressing relationship struggles earlyHer experience balancing clinical practice with launching workshops, retreats, and writing a bookAnd the unique ways her recent studies in theology have added depth to her therapeutic approachIf you’re in a relationship, thinking about one, or simply interested in what makes partnerships thrive, this episode is for you.Listen in, be inspired, and let’s get you back in the groove again!