I’ve been working as a therapist for about 15 years now. I have seen a range of clients who have entrusted me with their mental and emotional health, from the severely mentally ill to folks […]

All relationships have their ups and downs. Conflict is bound to knock on your doors, whether it is friendship, a romantic involvement, or an acquaintanceship. Much like with an unwanted visitor, you can’t turn it […]

Sometimes, family is all we have. Nobody knows you like your parents, grandparents, or siblings, as they’ve shaped the way you are today, for better and worse. They make up an important cornerstone of our […]

As we age, performing normal daily activities can become increasingly challenging. Folks in the sandwich generation often discover that their elderly parents require assistance with routine tasks like meal preparation, medication management, and healthcare decisions. […]

Imagine a world where every child grows up feeling safe, loved, and nurtured. Unfortunately, for millions of children, this ideal is far from reality. Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are traumatic events that occur before the […]

Technically called the Gottman method for healthy relationships, this system represents the culmination of John Gottman’s life work and a partnership with his wife, Julie Gottman. Gottman’s Early Work Over the course of his academic […]

Couples who are in a relationship (or thinking of entering into one) where there is a significant age gap often want to know how big an age difference is acceptable or “normal.” In this post, […]

Have you ever wondered why men seem more prone to addiction? Research shows that men are more vulnerable to addiction due to a mix of biological, psychological, and societal factors. This complex interplay heightens their […]

Can interactions that take place via texting be considered cheating? It’s a tough question that doesn’t really lend itself to a simple yes or no answer. The quick version, though, is this: it doesn’t really […]

Supporting a loved one with chronic pain is a journey filled with both challenges and learning opportunities. It demands patience and a deep understanding of their experiences and feelings. Effective communication is at the heart […]

I know, I know – the title of this post makes it sound like a shameless plug for the Baltimore Therapy Center. It’s actually not, though – keep reading! Often people looking for marriage counseling […]

Relationships are hard. They take work. Sometimes, they struggle. If your relationship is not in good shape, know that (1) this is a normal thing to go through, and (2) it can get better. Couples […]

There are few things that hurt more than being left by the person you love. If you’ve been dumped, if your partner has walked away, or your spouse has told you they’re filing for divorce, […]

It is all too common for parents to cause real grief for their adult children. Many of those children find themselves asking, “Should I cut off my parents?” It’s not a small question and not […]

Creating a happy and fulfilling marriage has always been something that takes time and effort. In today’s stressful times, this is all the more true. Relationships are under a lot of pressure, and regrettably, few […]

If parenting is known to be a hard job, co-parenting is even harder. After a divorce, the relationship between you and your now-ex changes significantly. But if you have children together, you never fully sever […]

Relationships, whether romantic, familial, or platonic, are the cornerstones of our lives. They provide us with love, support, and a sense of belonging. But like everything precious, they require care, understanding, and effort. While there […]

Life with a partner battling alcohol or drug addiction is anything but smooth sailing. It can leave you with your own challenging feelings as you struggle to help them recover. Substance abuse can affect relationships […]

Welcome! Today we’re going to be talking about how to stay married to someone who is different from you. Does this apply to you? Of course it fricking applies to you. It applies to everyone. […]

When service members return from duty, they often carry a lot more than what they began with. For many, the heavy burden of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has a profound effect not only on the […]