Couples Counseling

As Neil Sedaka’s song says, “breaking up is hard to do”. No matter how long you were in a relationship with someone, a breakup can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. You might experience various emotions from anger and frustration to deep sadness. Friends and family might encourage you to get “back in the game” and […]

Your attachment style is formed very early on in life. Attachment theory is the idea that how we bond and connect with our earliest caregivers can influence our relationships throughout life. Typically, that means that the bond you form with your caregiver(s) can set the course for how well you bond with other people. There

You can’t help who you love, and frankly, it shouldn’t matter where they come from, what their background is, or what they look like. It can be hard to believe that in the 21st century, bicultural marriages still face challenges, but they do. Unfortunately, some of those challenges can be taxing. Some of them are

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. You probably know family members and friends who deal with it. But, it’s different when you’re in a relationship with someone who has depression — especially if you live with them. Thankfully, there are many management techniques and treatment options for the

Intimacy is something that can’t be forced or faked. It’s also an important factor in a relationship. While many people automatically associate intimacy with something sexual, that isn’t necessarily the case. Rather, intimacy is a feeling of strong connection and closeness. You can certainly have sexual intimacy, but you can (and should) also experience emotional

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) isn’t only beneficial for couples, but people in relationships do make up a large portion of those who seek out its benefits. With that in mind, however, it’s important to understand some of the basics of EFT and how it can help your relationship before deciding whether it’s right for you.

Narcissistic abuse isn’t always as easy to spot as physical abuse. However, it can sting just as badly and leave lasting emotional and mental scars. When you’re in a relationship with someone that has a narcissistic personality, they’re likely not thinking about your feelings or how their words or actions might affect you. Rather, their

Most people have a basic understanding of what codependency is, but might not understand just how much it can impact relationships. On the other hand, the idea of enmeshment might be new for you. That’s why it’s so important to have clear definitions of both, and to understand how they’re related. Both codependency and enmeshment

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. Millions of people deal with it, and while the symptoms and severity can vary, it’s something that can negatively impact someone’s overall quality of life. When you’re with someone who has depression, seeing them struggle with things like extreme sadness or hopelessness

Communication is a key factor in any successful relationship. But not everyone has the same communication style. More often than not, romantic partners can work together to overcome those styles and find ways to effectively interact with each other. But, that’s not so easy when you have an avoidant partner. Avoidant partners might have trouble