Most partners assume the issue is communication, time, or stress.
But that’s not what’s actually slowing things down.
The real problem is how the partnership is operating—how decisions are made, how responsibility is shared, and how tension is handled between two people.
When that system isn’t working, even capable partners get stuck. Conversations loop, roles blur, and progress slows.
And most people were never shown how to build a better way of operating together.
My work combines strategic coaching with deep experience in complex partnership dynamics.
I’m a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), and a trained mediator and parent coordinator.
I’ve worked with both high-functioning and high-conflict partnerships—giving me a clear view of what actually works when two people need to operate together under pressure.
Rich hasn’t just studied relationships — he’s lived the full arc. Raised in a high-conflict household in NYC, he’s navigated divorce, co-parenting, and building a blended family. He’s spent over 20 years in a thriving second marriage, raising five children, and learning how to keep connection alive through real-life challenges. His approach is deeply practical, compassionate, and informed by what it takes to grow together — not just stay together.
As a fifth-degree black belt in Seido Karate, Rich brings focus, presence, and resilience to his coaching. He helps couples break old patterns and build conscious partnership systems that support who they’re becoming — both individually and together. His work blends structure and empathy, helping couples build partnerships that are both emotionally connected and functionally strong.
This work is grounded in a few key truths:
Partnerships need structure
Love is foundational — but roles, rhythms, and responsibilities make relationships functional and fulfilling.
Conflict isn’t the problem — disconnection is
We’ll turn tension into creative collaboration and shared growth.
You don’t need to hit bottom to grow
Most couples wait too long to ask for help. You don’t have to.
You’re better together — when you work better together
Let’s design a partnership that brings out your best.
I’m comitted to helping families stay on mission, creating and maintaining a safe space for themselves and their future.
Some of my clients also like to call me “the Peacemaker”, I´ll let you guess the reason why!
I was born into a family that was an ongoing “armageddon”. To me, conflict, dishonesty, and confrontation were the norm. There were hints that my home was far from normal. Once I got out into the world on my own, the differences were glaringly obvious. That’s when my personal journey really began.
I got help from professionals. Engaged in self-help groups. Explored the world of spiritual practices. I got married saying I would NEVER get divorced. Then I got divorced. Fortunately, I had someone to coach me through that process who really understood the emotional traps. I managed to avoid going to war, learned to manage my triggers, and the divorce was relatively amicable and quick as a result.
I did remarry and my wife and I have successfully launched six kids into the world who are all in satisfying careers and relationships. My heart is always with family. I am fascinated by the way families work- or don’t at times. There are many kinds of families. My purpose is to help families of all kinds end the fight and build a more resilient future. I have faith that there is always a way, and that confidence bleeds into everything I do.
I´ve been there myself, that situation that for some reason you think can´t change but, deep down, want to change.
Oftentimes, my clients will tell me they wish they had found me sooner, so don´t hesitate when making the decision to call me! I want to meet you, I want to hear you and I want to help you out of that place!
Our expertise and years of helping people heal their relationships has brought the attention of multiple online media, such as Redfin, where we spoke about the significance of moving in with your partner. You can read that (awesome) article here!
You can schedule a FREE call now, or join our Free Community to gain access.
Let’s Be Clear
We’re not about endless processing or surface-level fixes.
We’re here to help you create something stronger — a relationship that’s joyful, resilient, and built to grow with you.
Because feeling heard is important — but it’s not enough.
You need structure. Clarity. Shared values.
Without those, even the best intentions lead to resentment, misalignment, or burnout.
This is where real partnership begins.
You’ve heard it all before:
“Just communicate better.”
“Compromise more.”
“Work through your childhood stuff.”
There’s truth in all of that — but it’s not the whole picture. And for many couples, it’s not enough to move the needle.
Because repeating old advice without redesigning the system you live and work in?
That’s how capable people end up stuck, disconnected, and exhausted.
At Rich in Relationship, we help couples:
Identify and break out of reactive conflict cycles
Understand and shift their emotional triggers — without being run by them
Create a functional relationship structure — emotionally, practically, financially, and spiritually
Build a marriage rooted in shared values, purpose, and momentum
This isn’t surface work. It’s not emotional busywork either.
This is real partnership design — the kind that grows with you.
Your Marriage Can Energize You!
It should expand what’s possible, not shrink your life to a series of compromises.
It should support your biggest dreams — in business, in family, in self — and evolve with you as you grow.
We’re here to help you:
Reclaim joy, even in the midst of life’s pressures
Create prosperity — not just financially, but in connection, energy, and purpose
Align with your True Self, and support each other’s personal evolution
Build a partnership that fuels growth — individually and together
This isn’t pop psychology. It’s not “one-size-fits-all” advice.
It’s a strategic, structured, values-driven approach for couples who are ready to do the work — and who know that joy, clarity, and collaboration are worth investing in.
We don’t rescue. We don’t coddle.
We partner with couples who are ready to design a relationship that works — and a life that thrives.
Here’s how we do things differently:
Every couple we work with defines real outcomes — not vague hopes. We track progress and measure relational health based on your actual goals.
If your relationship feels chaotic, it’s likely outgrown the systems that once worked. We help you build new ones — communication routines, conflict resolution processes, emotional dashboards, and family operations that actually support your life.
We teach you how to identify your own emotional landmines and navigate around them without shame. Then we show you how to deactivate them — for good.
We don’t just talk about theory — we design blueprints, timelines, and action steps. Our clients don’t wait years to feel progress. They see it fast.
We don’t just talk about theory — we design blueprints, timelines, and action steps. Our clients don’t wait years to feel progress. They see it fast.
Let me be blunt:
If you’re looking for someone to co-sign your blame or let you spin your wheels, this isn’t your space.
We’re not here to make you feel better about staying stuck. We’re here to help you move — out of pain, out of confusion, and into a thriving partnership.
We don’t work with passive clients.
We work with committed ones.
The kind who show up, do the work, and take ownership of their outcomes.
Because here’s the truth:
No one’s coming to save your marriage — but you.
And that’s good news.
Because when you realize you’re the one with the power, everything starts to change.
We’re here to raise the bar on what it means to support marriages.
We’re building a movement:
Away from endless venting sessions
Away from therapists who don’t understand relational systems
Away from short-term fixes that ignore long-term purpose
And toward:
Clear goals grounded in your values
Tools that work in the real world
Transformational systems that bring joy, prosperity, and momentum back to your relationship
This work is about becoming who you were meant to be — not just as a partner, but as a person.
It’s about building a life you don’t have to escape from.
It’s about having the emotional, financial, and relational bandwidth to love deeply, grow fully, and live freely.
If you’re ready to do things differently —
If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start moving forward —
Then welcome. You’ve found your people.
Let’s build something extraordinary together.