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If you’re reading this, you’ve probably already tried to explain the mental load to your partner. Perhaps you’ve tried more than a few times. You’ve brought it up calmly. You’ve tried not to blame. Maybe you’ve even sent articles or had a really productive...
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:...
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...
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....
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...
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....
Parenting can be both incredibly rewarding and extraordinarily difficult. Many share that one of the hardest parts of parenting is teaching your child about sex and sexuality. Fortunately, with some skills and knowledge, this particular parenting woe isn’t so bad....
Giving your kids the talk is high on the list of “most dreaded conversations” for parents or caregivers. Some dread it so much they avoid it altogether. However, it’s proven that comprehensive sex education reduces unwanted pregnancies and STIs and reduces sexual...
One of the more common conflicts I hear about in my office as a relationship therapist is "The One About the Mental Load." It goes like this: My client, let's call her Rachel, sits across from me and shares about a fight last week with her husband, let's call him...
The holidays can be a wonderful time for gathering and connecting with family, but they can also be a source of stress and tension. Managing holiday stress is crucial, especially when dealing with difficult or even toxic family members. Whether you're trying to...
