communication in relationships

Many people find themselves constantly pouring love into a relationship cup that never seems to feel full. Loving someone who is emotionally unavailable is painful and confusing, and ... Read More

Many people enter relationships with hope. In the early stages of dating, it’s common to focus on a partner’s strengths and imagine what the relationship could become. Optimism can ... Read More

  Many people experience self-doubt in relationships as a quiet, constant “checking” of other people-tone, facial expression and pauses before they even realize they’re doing ... Read More

Casual relationships have become increasingly popular in recent years as people seek more flexibility in their romantic and sexual lives. For many, the appeal lies in the freedom to connect ... Read More

Most people who have attended high school can recall a friend or classmate who, once they started to date someone, would be MIA for months at a time only to return when things didn’t ... Read More

“Stop fighting with each other and start fighting for one another”– Staci Lee Schnell  In a fight, there is a winner and a loser and most of us want to win.  So, if you are ... Read More

Most issues that bring couples to therapy are familiar laments: “We don’t have sex anymore.” “I can’t take the dirty socks everywhere.” “All my partner does is work.” Some ... Read More

Attunement: What is It? Why is It important? There’s a very important factor that determines whether one or both parties in a relationship feel seen and nurtured. It applies to relationships ... Read More

By Dr. Jeffrey Chernin, PhD, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 10 Communication Traps and How to Avoid Them Since I started practicing therapy over 25 years ago, the majority of couples ... Read More

Keeping Your Love Tank Full During the Pandemic You may have heard this phrase: “Love is not a guarantee.” The idea is that although you love someone, things may not always work out ... Read More