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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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Your Partner is Not Your Therapist

Published on: 27 Mar 2019
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  • Mar 27, 2019
When you are feeling down, it is natural to want to turn to your partner for love and…
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Published on: 26 Mar 2019
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Is It Real?: Honeymoon Phase vs. Real Deal Feels

Published on: 26 Mar 2019
  • Written byAshley Laderer
  • Mar 26, 2019
When you’re in the beginning stages of a relationship, it’s easy for everything to seem perfect and for…
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Why We’re Addicted to the “Dating Chase” (and How to Stop)

Published on: 25 Mar 2019
  • Written byAshley Laderer
  • Mar 25, 2019
For as long as I can remember having interest in boys, I’ve been chasing them. I chase endlessly…
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How to Be Brave About Your Mental Health

Published on: 18 Mar 2019
  • Written byLadan Nikravan Hayes
  • Mar 18, 2019
Talking about intimate experiences, of any type, is tough. You’re being vulnerable, unsure of your audience’s reaction, worried…
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8 Ways to Maintain Friendships When in a Relationship

Published on: 15 Mar 2019
  • Written byBethany Biron
  • Mar 15, 2019
Nothing beats the “can’t eat, can’t sleep, reach for the stars” feeling of new love. We all know…
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How to Tell if You’re “Clingy” and What to Do About it

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  • Mar 14, 2019
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When it comes to a new relationship, some love the chase, others find it exhausting. Once it’s more…
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How to Go on Dates When You’re Anxious

Published on: 05 Mar 2019
  • Written byLadan Nikravan Hayes
  • Mar 05, 2019
Dating is anxiety-provoking regardless of whether you have an anxiety disorder or not. You’re starting a new relationship,…
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Published on: 15 Feb 2019
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6 Ways to Navigate Social Media While Going Through a Breakup

Published on: 15 Feb 2019
  • Written byAshley Laderer
  • Feb 15, 2019
Social media is fun and all, but it can make breakups a lot more complicated than they already…
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Published on: 14 Feb 2019
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Why You Are Your Most Important Relationship

Published on: 14 Feb 2019
  • Written byReina Gattuso
  • Feb 14, 2019
If someone told me that the most important relationship I’ll ever have is my relationship with myself, I…
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Published on: 13 Feb 2019
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Don’t Text Your Ex

Published on: 13 Feb 2019
  • Written byAshley Laderer
  • Feb 13, 2019
In 2019, we’re more connected than ever. We’re constantly glued to our phones, addicted to texting and social…

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