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Matthew D. Turvey

Matthew D. Turvey, Psy.D., LP, is the Director of Strategic Alliances for Life Innovations, a company specializing in marriage and family relationship assessment and enrichment. He is a licensed psychologist with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy. Prior to joining Life Innovations, he held positions with the Smalley Relationship Center, MarriageToday and in private practice. He is the author of several articles in numerous publications on marriage and family topics. He currently resides outside of St. Paul, Minnesota. He has been married to Nicole for over 12 years and has three children that keep him laughing … and quite busy.

A loving couple lie on a blanket in the grass, embracing each other. Keep the marriage bed pure by resolving conflict in a loving way.

Keeping the Marriage Bed Pure by Resolving Conflict

Resolving conflict healthily honors marriage and keeps the marriage bed pure. Praying with your spouse leads to emotional safety, which encourages sexual intimacy.

May 6, 2024
A woman engages a man verbally, while the man turns away in silence. Finding balance in marital conflict is key to resolving issues.

Avoid Extremes and Find Balance In Marital Conflict Resolution

Being stubbornly silent or verbally explosive during marital conflict doesn’t honor God. Finding balance in marital conflict resolution expresses honor and love for God.

May 3, 2024
A man and a woman sit on a long couch, refusing to look at each other. Avoiding Conflict in Marriage is not healthy for your relationship.

Avoiding Conflict is Unfair to Your Marriage

Avoiding conflict in marriage isn’t fair to yourself or your spouse. Learning to embrace and resolve conflict healthily leads to a better marriage.

May 2, 2024
A young couple sit on a couch in conflict. Healthy conflict in marriage is key to loving your spouse.

Embrace Healthy Conflict as a Way to Love Your Spouse

There’s not necessarily any one right way to handle and resolve conflict – but, be assured that there are some mindsets, behaviors and attitudes you should avoid in this area of your marriage.

May 1, 2024
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