Relationships

Read insights by our experts on relationship dynamics and mental health.

Problems in Intimate Relationships

Solvable vs. Perpetual Problems in Relationships

By Stacey Leibowitz-Levy, Ph.D.

types of love

The 7 Types of Love: What Can They Teach Us Today?

By Tracy Smith, LPC, NCC, ACS

married couple holding hands

15 Tips for Falling Back in Love With Your Partner

By Amanda Caswell

Polyamory

Polyamory and Polygamy: Understanding the Difference

By Michelle Overman, LMFT

couple holding hands

7 Reasons Open Relationships Don’t Work

By Tracy Smith, LPC, NCC, ACS

peacock showing it's feathers

Does Briffault’s Law Apply to Human Relationships?

By Michelle Overman, LMFT

emotionally unavailable partner

Understanding Your Partner With Asperger’s

By Amanda Caswell

frustrated couple sitting on a bed

An Overview of Intimacy Therapy

By Amanda Caswell

emotionally unavailable partner

How to Spot Emotionally Unavailable Partners

By Tracy Smith, LPC, NCC, ACS

Serial Monogamy

What Is a Serial Monogamist?

By Katie Tyrrell, MS, LPCC

married couple on date

How to Bring Romance Back Into Your Marriage

By Shannon V. McHugh, PsyD

women suspecting husband of texting with another woman

Emotional Affairs: Cheating Without Sex

By Amanda Caswell

marriage counseling session with couple

Does Marriage Counseling Really Work?

By Dawn Ferrara, LPC, PsyD

woman in conversation listening intently

What Is Engaged Listening?

By Karen Doll, Psy.D., L.P

jealous girlfriend suspiciously watching her boyfriend

How Jealousy Can Ruin Your Relationship

By Karen Doll, Psy.D., L.P

unhappy couple

How to Deal With Stonewalling

By Shannon V. McHugh, PsyD

Couple walking holding hands

Dating Someone With Anxiety: Tips and Advice

By Michelle Overman, LMFT

dating someone with depression

21 Tips From a Therapist for Dating Someone With Depression

By Lisa Batten, PhD, CPT, PN1

Emotional Blackmail

What is Emotional Blackmail?

By Shannon V. McHugh, PsyD

Saving a Failing Relationship

How to Save a Failing Relationship: 8 Tips

By Michelle Overman, LMFT

couple holding hands

Considering Relationship Therapy? Here’s What to Expect

By Jennie Lannette, MSW, LCSW

Split Attraction

What is the Split Attraction Model?

By Karen Doll, Psy.D., L.P

Long-Distance Relationships

The Benefits of Long-Distance Relationships

By Michelle Overman, LMFT

man and woman holding hands

Is Genetic Sexual Attraction a Real Thing?

By Tracy Smith, LPC, NCC, ACS

missing ex

Why Do I Miss My Ex?

By Tracy Smith, LPC, NCC, ACS

lonely couple

Are You Together But Still Lonely?

By Tracy Smith, LPC, NCC, ACS

hugging

Not Everyone Wants to be Hugged: The Science Behind Huggers and Non-Huggers

By Shannon V. McHugh, PsyD

couple make-up

Ways to Give Comfort If You Have Hurt Your Partner

By Michelle Overman, LMFT

Serial Monogamy

What Are The Powerful Components Of A Successful Relationship?

By Tracy Smith, LPC, NCC, ACS

passive aggressive

How to Identify and Deal with Passive-Aggressive People

By Michelle Overman, LMFT

alcohol relationship

Can Alcohol Effect Your Relationships?

By Tracy Smith, LPC, NCC, ACS

ghosting

Why Is Ghosting So Painful?

By Tracy Smith, LPC, NCC, ACS

empathy sympathy

The Difference between Empathy & Sympathy

By Michelle Overman, LMFT

premarital therapy

What is Premarital Counseling & Why Is It Important?

By Michelle Overman, LMFT

traumatic relationship

Abusers and Traumatic Bonding-What You Need To Know

By Tracy Smith, LPC, NCC, ACS

emotional abuse

What is Emotional Abuse? And How Can it Effect You?

By Shannon V. McHugh, PsyD

person alone

If I Hate My Life, What Does It Say about My Relationships?

By Michelle Overman, LMFT

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