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Dear Therapist, I Feel Trapped in My Marriage: A Relationship Scenario

A father of two young children feels increasingly trapped in his marriage. He keeps trying to do more, but the criticism keeps escalating. What can actually change?

July 2026·6 min read

Note: Letters are fictionalized or adapted from common relationship concerns and may be edited for clarity, length, and privacy. They do not represent current or former clients. Submitting a letter does not establish a therapist-client relationship.