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Relationships

Inevitably, you will face relationship challenges — whether romantic relationships, parent-child relationships, sibling relationships, friendships, or workplace relationships. Ultimately, all of us crave support and connection with other humans, but the reality is that many of us find relationships difficult to navigate at times. 

Many times the difficulty has to do with communication. We may have trouble articulating or even understanding our own needs — and thus so do many of the people we are in relationships with! A preponderance of relationship woes resolve once these needs are communicated, but we may experience many roadblocks when it comes to honest and direct communication. We may fear opening up, or we may have been taught that sharing our feelings up leads to pain and criticism. 

Individual therapy can help you understand your relationship needs and come up with effective ways to communicate these needs to others. Group or couple’s therapy is a great option to resolve conflicts in romantic relationships or even parent-child relationships. 

How to Prepare for Couples Counseling
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Published on: 29 Aug 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
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Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW

How to Prepare for Couples Counseling

Published on: 29 Aug 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
  • Written byMeaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
  • Aug 29, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Olga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
Knowing how to prepare for couples counseling can be a game-changer if you’re looking for ways to maintain…
Signs It’s Time to Go to Couples Therapy
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Published on: 29 Aug 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
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Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC

13 Signs It’s Time to Go to Couples Therapy

Published on: 29 Aug 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
  • Written byMinkyung Chung, MS, LMHC
  • Aug 29, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
Being able to recognize signs of unhealthy relationship patterns is key to knowing when to go to couples…
12 Couples Therapy Topics to Discuss
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Published on: 29 Aug 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC
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Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC

12 Couples Therapy Topics to Discuss in Your Next Session

Published on: 29 Aug 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC
  • Written byMeaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
  • Aug 29, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Minkyung Chung, MS, LMHC
Addressing your relationship problems and challenges can help improve your communication skills, increase your commitment, and strengthen your…
How To Heal From Abandonment Issues
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Published on: 24 Feb 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
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Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

How To Heal From Abandonment Issues

Published on: 24 Feb 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
  • Written byMeaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
  • Feb 24, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
The phrase “abandonment issues” is often used to describe people who have a deep and persistent fear of…
Person oversharing traumatic experience
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Published on: 02 Feb 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
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Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

Trauma Dumping: The Signs & Effects of Oversharing Trauma

Published on: 02 Feb 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
  • Written byOlga Molina, D.S.W., LCSW
  • Feb 02, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
Trauma dumping is defined as unloading traumatic experiences on others without warning or invitation. It’s often done to…
businesswoman faking good mood
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Published on: 27 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD
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Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD

Emotional Labor: The Cost of Swallowing Your Emotions

Published on: 27 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD
  • Written byJill E. Daino, LCSW-R
  • Jan 27, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Ashley Ertel, LCSW, BCD
Putting on a smile at work is a shared experience that many commonly feel in their career. People…
Mature couple at marriage therapy
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Published on: 27 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
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Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C

7 Marriage Counseling Tips from a Marriage Counselor

Published on: 27 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
  • Written byMeaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
  • Jan 27, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Elizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
Teamwork is essential to a healthy marriage. It’s also a crucial part of therapy or counseling. If you…
Young couple in Karmic Relationship
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Published on: 27 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
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Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW

Karmic Relationships: Signs & How to Get Out

Published on: 27 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
  • Written byElizabeth Keohan, LCSW-C
  • Jan 27, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Reshawna Chapple, PhD, LCSW
Does your relationship feel like a series of dramatic highs and lows? Do you have a strong connection…
Couple after fight, not talking
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Published on: 27 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
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Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC

Self-Sabotaging in a Relationship: Signs, Causes, & How to Stop It

Published on: 27 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
  • Written byBisma Anwar, LMHC
  • Jan 27, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
As humans, we all crave intimacy and social connection. For some people, though, intimacy can be a source…
Happy young couple hugging
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Published on: 27 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
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Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC

Karmic Relationship vs Twin Flame: Key Differences

Published on: 27 Jan 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
  • Written byKarmen Smith LCSW, DD 
  • Jan 27, 2023
Clinically Reviewed by Meaghan Rice PsyD., LPC
While people sometimes use the terms “karmic relationship” and “twin flame” interchangeably, the truth is they describe very…

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