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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. 

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Published on: 19 Nov 2019
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The 5 Stages of a Relationship Broken Down

Published on: 19 Nov 2019
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  • Written byLadan Nikravan Hayes
  • Nov 19, 2019
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Updated 10/6/23 Relationships, like most things in life, have stages. Regardless of the path you choose — down…
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  • Nov 01, 2019
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3 Ways to Save a Relationship

Published on: 24 Oct 2019
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Published on: 23 Oct 2019
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  • Oct 23, 2019
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Do Tough Times Really Bring You Closer as a Couple?

Published on: 14 Oct 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • Written byElizabeth Su
  • Oct 14, 2019
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“Distance makes the heart grow fonder,” “this too shall pass,” or “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger,”…
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What Does It Mean To Be Emotionally Intelligent?

Published on: 28 Sep 2019
  • Written byKelsey Gillhooley
  • Sep 28, 2019
Updated on 10/4/2021 Know someone who just can’t seem to understand anyone else’s point of view? Maybe they…
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Published on: 23 Sep 2019
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How To Deal With Controlling People

Published on: 23 Sep 2019
  • Written byBrittney Saline
  • Sep 23, 2019
“No, this restaurant is better.” “Why would you go that way? My way is faster.” “I told you…
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Published on: 21 Sep 2019
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When Does Emotional Attachment Become Unhealthy?

Published on: 21 Sep 2019
  • Written bySarah Domingo
  • Sep 21, 2019
Everyone feels some sort of attachment to people, things, or places. After all, if you have something good…
building strong relationship
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Published on: 20 Sep 2019
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6 Everyday Habits to Keep Your Relationship Strong

Published on: 20 Sep 2019
  • Written byElizabeth Su
  • Sep 20, 2019
Every relationship ebbs and flows. Some days may feel amazing while others may leave you crying on the…
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How to Move Forward After Cheating, According to a Therapist

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  • Sep 19, 2019
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