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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: 10 Jun 2019
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5 Things You Shouldn’t Have to Ask for in a Healthy Relationship

Published on: 10 Jun 2019
  • Written byJessica Weinberger
  • Jun 10, 2019
Relationships involve give and take, compromise, and consideration. But in healthy relationships, there are certain non-negotiables that must…
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Published on: 29 May 2019
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When to Ditch a Toxic Friendship (According to a Therapist)

Published on: 29 May 2019
  • Written byTamara Stevens
  • May 29, 2019
The notion of “toxic” people is popular these days, with most advice leaning toward cutting such people out…
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Published on: 17 May 2019
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What To Do If You Don’t Approve Of Your Friend’s Partner

Published on: 17 May 2019
  • Written byLadan Nikravan Hayes
  • May 17, 2019
Your friend met a new guy, and she’s head over heels about him. He’s all she talks about,…
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Published on: 16 May 2019
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4 Reasons Your Friends Might Not Approve of Your Partner

Published on: 16 May 2019
  • Written byDr. Samantha Rodman
  • May 16, 2019
When you’re newly in love, you want to share the news with everyone. Your hope is that your…
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Published on: 15 May 2019
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Are Men Really Less Emotionally Available Than Women?

Published on: 15 May 2019
  • Written byDr. Samantha Rodman
  • May 15, 2019
While it’s a cliche to say that every cliche contains a grain of truth, the common idea that…
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Published on: 14 May 2019
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How to Talk to Your Partner About Money (Without a Meltdown)

Published on: 14 May 2019
  • Written byJessica Weinberger
  • May 14, 2019
Even the best relationships, conflict is inevitable, and it’s no surprise that money ranks as one of the…
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Published on: 13 May 2019
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How Your Partner’s Past Might Impact Your Future

Published on: 13 May 2019
  • Written byAshley Laderer
  • May 13, 2019
For better or for worse, everyone’s got a past, and let’s be real — not everyone’s past is…
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Published on: 06 May 2019
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How to Tell if You’re Being Taken Advantage of in a Friendship

Published on: 06 May 2019
Clinically Reviewed by Cynthia V. Catchings LCSW-S
  • Written byAshley Laderer
  • May 06, 2019
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Updated 4/11/2025 Friendship is a two-way street built on mutual care, respect, and support. However, not everyone is…
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Published on: 03 May 2019
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What is a Sapiosexual?

Published on: 03 May 2019
  • Written byWendy Wisner
  • May 03, 2019
Only recently did I find out that there is a term to describe the type of attraction I’ve…
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Published on: 29 Apr 2019
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Can You Be Addicted to Love?

Published on: 29 Apr 2019
  • Written byAshley Laderer
  • Apr 29, 2019
Falling in love is my favorite high. There’s nothing like it. When I fall in love, I fall.…

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