Relationships can only be healthy when both people have the space to be themselves and maintain their interdependence rather than codependence or complete independence. Often people find themselves in relationships, romantic and otherwise, with people who do not respect boundaries and feel entitled to have…
Our recent global pandemic has caused many people in the US and beyond to work from home for many months/years. This has caused a lot of stress and strain for families and couples. And, often this kind of change and sudden stress can bring underlying…
No one ever wants to be on the receiving end of romantic betrayal. The emotional pain of discovering that someone you love and trust has been cheating and lying to you can be overwhelming. When you are the victim of massive deception and betrayal, it…
Relationships can enrich our lives, but they can also cause us pain. Whether it’s a friend, family member, or significant other, a relationship can come with its share of ups and downs. And as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, more often than not, putting…
Codependency is a popular term that describes an unhealthy or unbalanced relationship where one person’s needs are met while the others aren’t. Codependent people are said to “enable” the bad behavior of a loved one by supporting them, no matter if it negatively affects their…
Since the 1970s, LGBTQ people in this country have been fighting; fighting for equal rights and fighting to dismantle the stereotype that their relationships have no intrinsic value. The truth is, LGBTQ relationships are just as loving and committed as heterosexual ones. And they can…