Do you feel emotionally distant, disconnected, or unsure why you struggle to open up to others? Emotional unavailability can slowly damage relationships and leave couples feeling alone, confused, and stuck.
As a renowned psychologist and relationship expert, Dr. Doug Weiss discusses the real reasons why a person may be emotionally unavailable. Sometimes, it comes from a lack of emotional skill. With others, it’s due to depression, psychological disorders, or addictions. There’s also the condition of intimacy anorexia, where there’s a severe lack of emotional, spiritual, and sexual intimacy towards one’s spouse, leaving them feeling rejected and starved of love in the marriage.
If you ever struggled to understand other people’s emotions, express your own, or shut down when things get intense emotionally, this video will help provide clarity for your situation. Being emotionally unavailable is not a life sentence. With the right tools and support, you can learn to connect, feel, and build deeper intimacy.
For counseling and support, contact Heart to Heart Counseling Center at 719-278-3708 or email heart2heart@xc.org to connect with a certified therapist who can help you start your healing journey. For accelerated recovery, book a 3-Day or 5-Day Intensive to get a lot of specialized help in a short amount of time.
Read the Emotional Fitness book here: https://www.drdougweiss.com/product/emotional-fitness-book/
Why Am I Emotionally Unavailable?
Posted on 03/02/2026