Jayla and Mark are a high-functioning couple. They developed a strong connection in law school, partly over priding themselves on being so-called type-A personalities, as they are both highly driven, productive, and achievement-oriented. Once they joined forces, there was nothing they couldn’t do. They are both professionally successful, with three happy, stable kids, and very full, busy lives. Although they have many strengths, Jayla and Mark are both privately feeling bored in their relationship. When they do come together, it is mostly to talk about logistics with the kids or to troubleshoot and problem-solve the various issues in their household. They are dependable and truly a team in running their life together. At the same time, they are recognizing something important is missing. Competence is a highly desirable trait and an important one for healthy functioning adulthood. When it goes unchecked, however, it can become a defense. Being on top of everything can bring on a false sense of invincibility. This there-is-no-problem-I-can’t-solve framework leads to difficulty being present, sitting with difficult emotions, and being vulnerable. …