Digging Out of a Therapy RutTherapy ruts can hinder progress but are manageable with the right strategies.
Attending TherapyCounseling helps individuals address mental and emotional issues through dialogue with a trained therapist.
4 Questions to Ask Before Reuniting With an Ex-PartnerReuniting with an ex-partner does not guarantee a lasting happy relationship, as seen in Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's short-lived marriage.
The 1 Thing A Good Therapist Will Never, Ever DoA therapist won't give direct advice but empower you to find your own answers.Therapists focus on helping you uncover your inner wisdom rather than telling you what to do.
Digging Out of a Therapy RutTherapy ruts can hinder progress but are manageable with the right strategies.
Attending TherapyCounseling helps individuals address mental and emotional issues through dialogue with a trained therapist.
4 Questions to Ask Before Reuniting With an Ex-PartnerReuniting with an ex-partner does not guarantee a lasting happy relationship, as seen in Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's short-lived marriage.
The 1 Thing A Good Therapist Will Never, Ever DoA therapist won't give direct advice but empower you to find your own answers.Therapists focus on helping you uncover your inner wisdom rather than telling you what to do.
Asking Eric: Are my friends just setting boundaries or do they not want to see me anymore?The complexities of friendship, especially in college, require self-compassion and reflection on values in connection.
My Stay-at-Home Wife Was Supposed to Go Back to Work. Instead She's Upending Our Family.Adaptability in relationships is essential as partners may change their feelings about family planning and career choices.
Help! I Encouraged My Husband to Quit His Job to Pursue His Passion. What a Mistake.Encouragement alone isn't enough; external accountability is crucial for motivation in relationships.
Ask Amy: My wife says she fibs because it's none of my business who she seesLack of communication and secrecy around interactions with a male friend is concerning in a marriage, warranting open dialogue and possibly therapy for resolution.
I haven't had sex with my husband for three years and I'm ready to look elsewhereCouples should explore underlying causes of decreased sexual intimacy, approach the situation with compassion, and communicate needs openly.
Once a cheater, always a cheater? Busting 3 common myths about infidelityFacing infidelity can strengthen relationships if couples address issues together instead of breaking up.
Asking Eric: Are my friends just setting boundaries or do they not want to see me anymore?The complexities of friendship, especially in college, require self-compassion and reflection on values in connection.
My Stay-at-Home Wife Was Supposed to Go Back to Work. Instead She's Upending Our Family.Adaptability in relationships is essential as partners may change their feelings about family planning and career choices.
Help! I Encouraged My Husband to Quit His Job to Pursue His Passion. What a Mistake.Encouragement alone isn't enough; external accountability is crucial for motivation in relationships.
Ask Amy: My wife says she fibs because it's none of my business who she seesLack of communication and secrecy around interactions with a male friend is concerning in a marriage, warranting open dialogue and possibly therapy for resolution.
I haven't had sex with my husband for three years and I'm ready to look elsewhereCouples should explore underlying causes of decreased sexual intimacy, approach the situation with compassion, and communicate needs openly.
Once a cheater, always a cheater? Busting 3 common myths about infidelityFacing infidelity can strengthen relationships if couples address issues together instead of breaking up.
Dear Abby: I tracked my husband to a really bad neighborhoodTrust issues arise when substance abuse resurfaces; they can complicate marital fidelity and communication.
My Wife Is Refusing to Honor Our Pregnancy Agreement. I'm Livid.Communication and counseling are essential for resolving parenting disagreements in relationships.Commitments made when planning parenting roles should be honored to avoid conflict.
My Wife Is Lazier Than the Most Detached Do-Nothing Dad. But I've Discovered It's So Much Worse Than That.The author feels overwhelmed by the imbalance in parenting roles and increasing conflicts within the family, particularly between his wife and daughters.
Dear Abby: Am I wrong to suspect my husband is cheating on me?Communication and counseling can address underlying marital issues.An understanding of past trauma greatly influences personal relationships and self-esteem.
Dear Abby: My much younger husband has an even younger boyfriendThe letter writer is struggling with her husband's new romantic relationship.She feels lost and fears for the future of her marriage.
Dear Abby: He's a rich young jetsetter, and he says he wants to be with meAge difference can complicate relationships, especially with long-distance involvement.Healthy communication and boundaries are crucial in blended families.Skepticism and caution are advised in online relationships.
Dear Abby: I tracked my husband to a really bad neighborhoodTrust issues arise when substance abuse resurfaces; they can complicate marital fidelity and communication.
My Wife Is Refusing to Honor Our Pregnancy Agreement. I'm Livid.Communication and counseling are essential for resolving parenting disagreements in relationships.Commitments made when planning parenting roles should be honored to avoid conflict.
My Wife Is Lazier Than the Most Detached Do-Nothing Dad. But I've Discovered It's So Much Worse Than That.The author feels overwhelmed by the imbalance in parenting roles and increasing conflicts within the family, particularly between his wife and daughters.
Dear Abby: Am I wrong to suspect my husband is cheating on me?Communication and counseling can address underlying marital issues.An understanding of past trauma greatly influences personal relationships and self-esteem.
Dear Abby: My much younger husband has an even younger boyfriendThe letter writer is struggling with her husband's new romantic relationship.She feels lost and fears for the future of her marriage.
Dear Abby: He's a rich young jetsetter, and he says he wants to be with meAge difference can complicate relationships, especially with long-distance involvement.Healthy communication and boundaries are crucial in blended families.Skepticism and caution are advised in online relationships.
Asking Eric: Our marriage almost came apart after I got hit by a carEmpathy is crucial for overcoming personal and relational trauma.
Ask Allison: My husband's unresolved grief at the tragic death of his brother makes him hard to live with. How can I help him?Grief, loss, and trauma profoundly affect relationships and often go unaddressed.
Help! I Figured Out the Shocking Reason My Husband is Mourning His Co-worker's Death.Support for grief should not come at the expense of one's own emotional well-being.
Asking Eric: Our marriage almost came apart after I got hit by a carEmpathy is crucial for overcoming personal and relational trauma.
Ask Allison: My husband's unresolved grief at the tragic death of his brother makes him hard to live with. How can I help him?Grief, loss, and trauma profoundly affect relationships and often go unaddressed.
Help! I Figured Out the Shocking Reason My Husband is Mourning His Co-worker's Death.Support for grief should not come at the expense of one's own emotional well-being.
I just quit my corporate job and went freelance. I realized I'd spent the first 6 years of my daughter's life not being present enough.Karen Windsor overcame her struggles with burnout by prioritizing her relationship with her family over her corporate career.
I Am Married But I Always Think About My Ex Boyfriend.Soul ties from past relationships can complicate present ones, even if one is seemingly over the past partner.
Things Your Divorce Attorney Doesn't Tell YouDivorce lawyers may prioritize business interests over clients' well-being, complicating the emotional landscape of divorce.
Dear Abby: On Christmas Eve, I just snapped. What is wrong with me?Loss and commercialization contribute to one's dislike of Christmas; finding its true meaning may help reshape perceptions.
Help! I Just Found Out My Husband Racked Up $100,000 of Credit Card Debt Because He Was "Depressed."Consider a trial separation to reevaluate the relationship and co-parenting approach.
My First Time To Have Sex.Ignorance can lead to serious consequences.Proper education and counseling are crucial in relationships.
I just quit my corporate job and went freelance. I realized I'd spent the first 6 years of my daughter's life not being present enough.Karen Windsor overcame her struggles with burnout by prioritizing her relationship with her family over her corporate career.
I Am Married But I Always Think About My Ex Boyfriend.Soul ties from past relationships can complicate present ones, even if one is seemingly over the past partner.
Things Your Divorce Attorney Doesn't Tell YouDivorce lawyers may prioritize business interests over clients' well-being, complicating the emotional landscape of divorce.
Dear Abby: On Christmas Eve, I just snapped. What is wrong with me?Loss and commercialization contribute to one's dislike of Christmas; finding its true meaning may help reshape perceptions.
Help! I Just Found Out My Husband Racked Up $100,000 of Credit Card Debt Because He Was "Depressed."Consider a trial separation to reevaluate the relationship and co-parenting approach.
My First Time To Have Sex.Ignorance can lead to serious consequences.Proper education and counseling are crucial in relationships.
How students and grandparents could solve the global mental-health crisisYouth-led counseling programs can effectively address mental health issues among students in regions with limited professional resources.
Psychotherapists in England must be regulated, experts say, after abuse claims riseUrgent regulation of psychotherapists and counsellors is needed to protect vulnerable individuals seeking therapy from potential harm.
My mom started college at 55. After being a single parent and facing mental health issues, she's finally focusing on herself.The journey of education and recovery emphasizes self-advocacy and the importance of supportive relationships.
How to Find an LGBTQ+ TherapistLGBTQ+ counseling best practices include seeking therapists with specialized training in affirming approaches and understanding individual experiences.
MPs urge government to regulate UK psychotherapists and counsellorsStatutory regulation for psychotherapists and counsellors is essential to protect vulnerable individuals from unqualified practitioners.
Asking Eric: I love my husband but the way we live is dangrousCounseling could help address hoarding issues and improve communication in the marriage.
How students and grandparents could solve the global mental-health crisisYouth-led counseling programs can effectively address mental health issues among students in regions with limited professional resources.
Psychotherapists in England must be regulated, experts say, after abuse claims riseUrgent regulation of psychotherapists and counsellors is needed to protect vulnerable individuals seeking therapy from potential harm.
My mom started college at 55. After being a single parent and facing mental health issues, she's finally focusing on herself.The journey of education and recovery emphasizes self-advocacy and the importance of supportive relationships.
How to Find an LGBTQ+ TherapistLGBTQ+ counseling best practices include seeking therapists with specialized training in affirming approaches and understanding individual experiences.
MPs urge government to regulate UK psychotherapists and counsellorsStatutory regulation for psychotherapists and counsellors is essential to protect vulnerable individuals from unqualified practitioners.
Asking Eric: I love my husband but the way we live is dangrousCounseling could help address hoarding issues and improve communication in the marriage.
Asking Eric: My suspicious husband says I can't travel for work anymoreThe husband's fear of solo travel stems from personal trauma, jeopardizing the marriage and forcing the wife to sacrifice her passions.
Asking Eric: My husband says the texts I found are some kind of phone glitchEstablish healthy boundaries and seek support to address relationship issues.Open communication and accountability are crucial for relationship recovery.
Asking Eric: My suspicious husband says I can't travel for work anymoreThe husband's fear of solo travel stems from personal trauma, jeopardizing the marriage and forcing the wife to sacrifice her passions.
Asking Eric: My husband says the texts I found are some kind of phone glitchEstablish healthy boundaries and seek support to address relationship issues.Open communication and accountability are crucial for relationship recovery.
Dear Abby: My husband pretended for a year that he had a jobThe article discusses the emotional aftermath and practical solutions for dealing with marital deception and family relationship challenges.
Dear Abby: My daughter's thieving boyfriend has put me in a bad situationConsidering removing daughter from will due to boyfriend's criminal behavior; Suggested setting up a trust instead of informing her now.
Dear Abby: My husband pretended for a year that he had a jobThe article discusses the emotional aftermath and practical solutions for dealing with marital deception and family relationship challenges.
Dear Abby: My daughter's thieving boyfriend has put me in a bad situationConsidering removing daughter from will due to boyfriend's criminal behavior; Suggested setting up a trust instead of informing her now.
'I have to relive seeing my close friend stabbed to death every time I leave my home'Trauma from witnessing a crime can severely impact the mental health and well-being of witnesses, like Mr. Hasan.
Trauma Recovery Center opens in Coney Island, aims to support survivors of violent crime * Brooklyn PaperA Trauma Recovery Center opened in Coney Island offering free counseling and support for crime victims, aiming for post-traumatic growth.
'I have to relive seeing my close friend stabbed to death every time I leave my home'Trauma from witnessing a crime can severely impact the mental health and well-being of witnesses, like Mr. Hasan.
Trauma Recovery Center opens in Coney Island, aims to support survivors of violent crime * Brooklyn PaperA Trauma Recovery Center opened in Coney Island offering free counseling and support for crime victims, aiming for post-traumatic growth.
Federal housing leaders speak to the need for more reverse mortgage understandingThe complex nature of reverse mortgages necessitates thorough counseling for borrowers and advisers, especially in changing interest rate environments.
I'm married to a man but have erotic infatuations with women on television | Ask Annalisa BarbieriThe infatuations may indicate a questioning of sexuality, potentially stemming from emotional dissatisfaction in the current marriage.
Dear Abby: I regret marrying her, not least because she now wants to be a copDifferences in career choice causing strain in marriage, seeking counseling or parting ways as a potential solution.
'He raped me and now he was reading my intimate thoughts' - victim on trauma of attacker seeing her therapy notes before trialPaula Doyle struggled with trauma and felt violated after her rapist could access her counseling notes.