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When Your Partner Swings and Misses: How to Navigate Disappointing Holidays and Gifts in Your Relationship
We tend to put a lot of pressure on Valentine’s Day. From expensive bouquets and elaborate dinners to mushy social media posts, it’s not always easy to align expectations with your partner. And as the holiday comes and goes, many people notice a lingering ache: “That wasn’t what I hoped... Read more
How Female Friendships Support Your Mental Health and Partnership
You meet your friend for coffee, and just like that, four hours and 40 topics have gone by. Your coffee cup sits next to you, nearly forgotten, with just a few sips left. You pick up your girlfriend on your way to the grocery store, knowing that running an errand... Read more
Ask a Therapist: What Emotional Connection Looks Like When You’re Both Running on Empty
Dear Therapist, My wife recently told me she doesn’t feel very connected in our relationship—and that she’d like us to be more connected. I care deeply about her and I want to show up in a way that feels meaningful, but I’m not sure what she’s really asking for. I try to... Read more
Ask a Therapist: How Do I Cope When I Feel Re-Traumatized by Everyday Moments?
Dear Therapist, I got triggered at a friend’s birthday dinner last weekend, and I can’t stop thinking about it. Someone dropped a glass and it startled me—nothing big, just a loud crash and laughter. I flinched, froze for a second, then laughed it off. Later, while we were talking, someone made a... Read more
15 Deep Questions to Help Long-Term Couples Stay Emotionally Aligned
At the beginning of a relationship, connection feels effortless. The honeymoon phase makes everything feel fresh, exciting, and deeply in sync. You’re naturally in tune with each other’s needs, desires, and emotions. But as time goes on, life inevitably gets in the way. Routines settle in, responsibilities pile up, and before... Read more
Let the Tool Do the Work: A Golfer’s Guide to Better Relationships
Have you ever found yourself in a conversation with your wife or partner where nothing seems to come out right? You care. You want to fix it. You want them to feel loved. But everything you say seems to make it worse. You try to offer sympathy, but it doesn’t help.... Read more
How to Evaluate If Your Therapist Is a Good Fit
Starting therapy is a brave step toward healing. But your journey doesn’t stop after you've found your therapist and had your first session. Just like any important relationship, therapy should feel safe, supportive, and growth-oriented. And whether you’ve been with your therapist for a few sessions or even a few years,... Read more
Healing After Infidelity: Does Life Get Better After an Affair?
Dear Therapist, My husband had an affair, and I can't shake the feeling that everything has been so broken that it can never be put back together again. I feel so lost and trapped in my pain. Will it ever get better? I find myself constantly wanting to check his phone or... Read more
Is It More Than the Winter Blues? How You Can Overcome SAD.
Winter months are notorious for stealing away the coveted sunshine and daylight hours. After daylight saving time ends and we fall back an hour, the average American experiences a shift from 12-14 hours of daylight to only 8-10 hours. For some, this shift can bring about feelings of sadness, fatigue,... Read more