Guest Post by Steven Kilmann, LMFT, MD: This blog explores how unresolved trauma—particularly developmental and relational trauma—can deeply impact intimate relationships. It covers how trauma affects the nervous system, disrupts communication, alters physical touch responses, and creates push-pull dynamics in connection. Drawing from personal experience and therapeutic insight, the author explains how trauma-informed therapy can help individuals and couples heal by restoring safety, trust, and emotional regulation. The piece emphasizes that healing isn’t linear, but with the right support, safe and secure love is possible.