Infidelity can leave deep emotional wounds—whether you're currently married or navigating new relationships.

Overcoming Infidelity: Healing for Your Present and Future

Infidelity can leave deep emotional wounds—whether you’re currently married or navigating new relationships. At Heavenly Counsel, Raymond Black, III (MA, LMHC, IMFT, CSAC) guides individuals and couples through healing—from betrayal to breakthrough. On Friday, November 7, 2025, join us at The Atlanta Theater (200 Arizona Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307) from 8 AM to 5 PM for a transformative one-day workshop: Overcoming Infidelity: A Path to Healing. … Continue reading Overcoming Infidelity: Healing for Your Present and Future

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The Words That Build a Successful Marriage

Marriage is a sacred bond, and in the Black community, the foundation of strong families often rests on the strength of this union. Unfortunately, statistics reveal that two-parent households are becoming increasingly rare within our community. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, only about 38% of Black children grow up in two-parent households compared to 75% of White children. This disparity has profound implications for … Continue reading The Words That Build a Successful Marriage

The Secrets to a Lasting Marriage: Respect, Communication, Trust, and Forgiveness

There’s no single, foolproof formula for a lasting marriage, but certain key factors play a significant role in building a strong, enduring partnership. Among these, mutual respect, effective communication, trust, and the willingness to work through challenges together are crucial. A healthy marriage requires effort from both partners, and while every couple’s journey is unique, these foundational elements are often what keep relationships thriving for … Continue reading The Secrets to a Lasting Marriage: Respect, Communication, Trust, and Forgiveness

Romance Never Fades: How to Keep the Spark Alive with Your Wife or Girlfriend

Never Stop Romancing Your Woman In the early stages of a relationship, most men put in the effort to impress and win over their partner, showering her with attention, affection, and thoughtful gestures. But as time goes on and the relationship becomes more comfortable, many men stop doing the very things that helped them capture her heart. It’s easy to get caught up in routines, … Continue reading Romance Never Fades: How to Keep the Spark Alive with Your Wife or Girlfriend

The Journey of Finding Myself After Marriage, Children, Separation, and Divorce

It dawned on me that I could’ve had
a heart attack or stroke years ago. God was covering me. It dawned on me that I could’ve been a
diabetic, or I could’ve had high cholesterol years ago. God was covering me. Continue reading The Journey of Finding Myself After Marriage, Children, Separation, and Divorce