The “Selling Sunset” star shared that she and Tarek are currently in couples therapy, calling it a powerful tool for growth — not a sign of trouble.

“Tarek and I are in couples therapy, which I’m not ashamed to say,” Heather told Fox News Digital. “I think people are shocked to hear that.”

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Heather Rae El Moussa told Fox News Digital she and Tarek El Moussa use couples therapy to strengthen their marriage and navigate life’s challenges. (Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for Alzheimer’s Association California )

Heather, who married Tarek in 2021, said building a healthy partnership takes work, especially when blending families and bringing past experiences into a new chapter.

“Creating a healthy partnership … there’s ebbs and flows in marriage. There’s ups and downs,” she said. “Everyone starts out like, ‘Oh, this is going to be perfect, we’re going to be a happy little family’ … a lot of real life comes into play.”

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The HGTV star said therapy plays an important role in their relationship — not as a last resort, but as a way to deepen understanding and connection.

“Therapy in general can be a beautiful thing,” she added. “You learn a lot about each other, about yourself, past traumas, past childhood issues … that you bring into your marriage.”

Despite their differences, Heather said she and Tarek are committed to growing — together and individually.

“In the end, we’re two completely different people just trying to grow together, grow individually, raise happy, healthy little humans and be the best versions of ourselves.”

The “Selling Sunset” star gave birth to son Tristan in January 2023. (Phillip Faraone/Getty Images)

The “Flip Off” star gave birth to their son Tristan in January 2023.

Tarek was previously married to fellow HGTV star Christina Haack for seven years before their divorce was finalized in 2018.

They co-parent two children — daughter Taylor and son Brayden — and star together in HGTV’s “The Flip Off.”

Heather Rae El Moussa and Tarek have one son together. Tarek also has two children with his ex-wife, Christina Haack. (Instagram)

With a blended family, Heather told Fox News Digital they’re embracing their version of a “new normal” — one rooted in communication and flexibility.

“We might have our little differences or issues, but we communicate through them — and it can make you stronger in the end,” she said.

Heather shared what truly keeps the spark alive in their marriage.

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“The Flip Off” stars Heather Rae and Tarek El Moussa tied the knot in 2021. (Paul Archuleta/Getty Images)

“Have fun together. Remember why you got married. Tarek and I are true best friends, and that’s what keeps us grounded.”

While Heather and Tarek are focused on building a strong foundation at home, things might be getting a little more competitive on camera.

Season 2 of “The Flip Off” is underway — and this time, Heather teased there may be a twist in the works.

Season 2 of “The Flip Off” is underway and this time, Heather teased there may be a twist in the works with co-star Christina Haack. (Andrea Domjan Photography)

“To be honest, we’ve thrown around the idea of swapping partners for Season 2 — me and Christina going against Tarek,” Heather told Fox News Digital. “Because Tarek thinks he’s unbeatable, and I truly think Christina and I joining forces … we could beat him.”

“It would be very hard. He knows so much about flipping houses, but Christina and I have learned a lot,” she said.

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“So I don’t know… it’d be interesting. Maybe not for this season, but maybe next year.”

Even with busy filming schedules, both Heather and Tarek are focused on building their own paths.

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Heather Rae El Moussa, Tarek El Moussa and Christina Haack star in “The Flip Off” together. (Chris Haston/WBTV via Getty Images)

Heather is growing her beauty brand, Heather Rae Essentials, while Tarek is diving deeper into new real estate ventures.

“He does a lot in real estate, and he’s building something really amazing right now … and I’m really focused on Heather Essentials, my beauty line. So outside of filming together and flipping houses, we’re kind of working on our own things too. So, we’re together a lot, but we’re also, throughout the day we’re kinda passing each other and doing our own thing.”

The reality TV star launched Heather Rae Essentials in February 2024. (Andrea Domjan Photography)

The reality TV star launched Heather Rae Essentials in February 2024. She recently debuted her newest lip gloss shade, Love Letter, on her birthday last month.

In honor of her beauty launch, she told Fox News Digital what a “Love Letter” to her future self would look like.

“Don’t be so hard on yourself. It’s okay to take little breaks for yourself and you’re doing an amazing job … you are a rock star mommy and just keep loving yourself.”

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Buckingham Palace confirmed to Fox News Digital that Andrew’s flag, which featured his coat of arms, was removed after he forfeited his title and any honors that came with it earlier this month.

British royals expert Helena Chard told Fox News Digital that this move by the palace is further humiliation for Andrew.

Prince Andrew’s crest and banner have been removed from Windsor Castle. (Karwai Tang/WireImage)

“Andrew’s further shame and humiliation … Another nail in the coffin. His status truly diminished. The royal family are further cutting ties with Andrew to protect the monarchy. He is slowly being banished!”

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She continued, “It will have been taken down to prevent further public outcry and a sign that there is a moral code and no-nonsense policy within the royal family. This will cut deep with Andrew as his dear mother, the late Queen Elizabeth, is laid to rest in the crypt, St George’s Chapel. The chapel was his sanctuary and solace.”

The Sun reported that the removal of a banner from Windsor Castle is reserved for cases of high treason or rebellions against the Crown.

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“Removal is really exceptionally rare action and absolutely ghastly for him, reserved for most serious breaches for indeed high treason or rebellion against the Crown, real rarity in royal history,” royal expert Hilary Fordwich said.

“It’s not just symbolic but a substantial way the royal family is determined to now distance themselves from him, driven by Prince William,” she claimed.

Royal experts say the royal family is trying to distance themselves from Andrew, which is reportedly being driven by Prince William.  (Mikolaj Barbanell/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams told Fox News Digital that Andrew is “perhaps lucky” that his banner was removed from St. George’s Chapel.

“Andrew is perhaps lucky to have his banner bearing his coat of arms removed from St. George’s Chapel, the spiritual home of Britain’s most prestigious order of chivalry quietly,” Fitzwilliams noted, comparing it to the way it was done “in past centuries.”

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Prince Andrew gave up his royal title earlier this month. (Karwai Tang/WireImage)

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On Oct. 17, Andrew released a statement shortly after excerpts were published from a posthumous memoir by Virginia Giuffre, who has alleged she was trafficked by Jeffrey Epstein and had sex with Andrew when she was 17.

Jeffrey Epstein and Prince Andrew have been linked for decades. (Rick Friedman/Corbis)

Virginia Giuffre holds a photo of herself as a teen, when she says she was abused by Jeffrey Epstein.  (Emily Michot/Miami Herald/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)

“In discussion with The King, and my immediate and wider family, we have concluded the continued accusations about me distract from the work of His Majesty and the Royal Family,” a statement released by the royal, and obtained by Fox News Digital, read. “I have decided, as I always have, to put my duty to my family and country first. I stand by my decision five years ago to stand back from public life.”

“With His Majesty’s agreement, we feel I must now go a step further,” the statement continued. “I will therefore no longer use my title or the honours which have been conferred upon me. As I have said previously, I vigorously deny the accusations against me.”

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As “Duck Dynasty: The Revival” prepares for its second season, the Robertson family revealed that the premiere would feature a heartfelt tribute to their late patriarch, Phil Robertson, who died earlier this year.

For Willie, the timing of his father’s death felt almost divine.

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The “Duck Dynasty” family misses Phil Robertson, but Willie told Fox News Digital, “I think he was ready to roll, he’s ready to move on to the next life, which he talked about, I think every day of his life while he was here on this Earth.” (Duck Dynasty: The Revival / Hulu)

“I think it was such a pass-over, literally, because the show came out when Phil passed away … just within a few days of each other,” Willie exclusively told Fox News Digital.

“We miss Phil for sure and would love to, obviously, still talk to him and have him around. However, I think he was ready to roll, he’s ready to move on to the next life, which he talked about, I think every day of his life while he was here on this Earth.”

Willie said that although filming without Phil has been emotional, he believed his dad would be proud of how the family had carried the torch.

“It’s sad, but I think he’d be happy,” Willie said. “He’d be happy that we kept it going — especially the way the show has faith as part of it, the family. Maybe not as many ducks as he would have liked with this next generation, but we’re working on it.”

In May, Phil Robertson, famous for founding the Duck Commander hunting company that became the focus of his A&E show, died at age 79. (Peter Kramer/NBC/NBC Newswire/NBCUniversal via Getty Images)

In May, Phil, who founded the Duck Commander hunting company that became the focus of his A&E show, died at age 79.

The “Duck Dynasty” family patriarch battled health issues, including early-stage Alzheimer’s disease.

Beyond ducks, beards and laughs, Willie said the new season of “Duck Dynasty: The Revival” is about bringing something wholesome back to television.

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“I think right now — I think it’s important for the country to see a family, to see a healthy family and to see joy in the things that come out of our family,” he told Fox News Digital.

The “Duck Dynasty” family gathers for an outdoor portrait featuring multiple generations. (Duck Dynasty: The Revival / Hulu)

“We certainly saw that before with our family, where so many people would come to us and just say, ‘Thank you for putting that on,’” Willie said. “Maybe we can’t all live by each other. We can’t all sit together and have a prayer at the end of a meal. But we love seeing that. It helps encourage us. And so I think in these times — I think that can be helpful.”

Willie, who’s long served as the steady patriarch of the Robertson clan through fame, criticism and comebacks, told Fox News Digital that their foundation remains unchanged.

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“The anchor has been, really, the faith that goes back to our three things that we started ‘Duck Dynasty’ with, which were faith, family and ducks — in that order,” he remarked.

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“What happens in life is things will start getting ahead of the other. And so you’ll look up, and maybe you’re like, ‘Uh-oh, my faith is sliding a little bit.’”

Willie said keeping faith first has always been key to keeping the family strong.

Members of the “Duck Dynasty” family and production crew take a cheerful behind-the-scenes selfie while filming. (Duck Dynasty: The Revival / Hulu)

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“We’ve noticed that it helps. The stronger our faith is, it helps keep our families together… when the family’s together, it can help whatever you’re doing at work,” he said.

That tight-knit dynamic, he added, doesn’t just play out behind closed doors — it’s what fans see on screen too.

“If not, you’ll definitely see it at work — you’ll see it show up, especially on a show like this,” Willie explained. “If there were trouble at home with us, you would certainly see it on the camera.”

“Duck Dynasty: The Revival” Season 2 is in production with the premiere date to be announced soon. (A&E)

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Even with busy filming schedules, the Robertsons have kept their Louisiana roots — and family dinners — firmly intact.

Korie Robertson, the matriarch of the “Duck Dynasty” family who recently launched a handbag line with Fount, told Fox News Digital how she manages to balance the spotlight while keeping family dinners sacred.

Even with busy filming schedules, the Robertsons have kept their Louisiana roots — and family dinners — firmly intact. (A&E Network/Bryan Tarnowski)

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“We really kind of understood from the very beginning that this was something bigger than us. It wasn’t about you or me getting famous. It was about something bigger than us. And I think when we did the show, we had that prayer at the end around the dinner table — and we didn’t do it for some because we had it planned. We just did it because this is what we do,” Korie said.

“We love to have dinner together as part of our family life. And we had this prayer that God really used in a powerful way.”

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“Duck Dynasty: The Revival” Season 2 is in production with the premiere date to be announced soon.

All 10 episodes of Season 1 are available on Hulu.

Stephanie Giang-Paunon is an entertainment writer for Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to stephanie.giang@fox.com and on Twitter: @SGiangPaunon.

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