Category: Communication

Finances Are Destroying My Relationship

Finances Are Destroying My Relationship Problems in relationships related to finances: No relationship can run smoothly and feel great all the time. Problems occur and couples fight. However, the problems in relationships related to finances are crucial. This is because financial arguments often have an adverse effect on the relationship. As a mental health therapist,

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What are “I Statements”

What are “I Statements” When people are having intense feelings of frustration, anger, and sadness, they tend to want to tell the other person what the other person is doing wrong.  My suggestion is to talk from the heart.  Talk about what YOU are feeling, not what the other person is doing.  If both people

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When Should I Go To Couples Counseling or Marriage Counseling?

When Should I Go To Couples Counseling or Marriage Counseling? Often times, people come in to couples counseling after the problem has gotten so big that either one or both members of the couple has already given up.  I cannot stress the importance of getting help as soon as possible.  If your partner refuses to

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How Do I Deal With My Bipolar Spouse?

How Do I Deal With My Bipolar Spouse? What is bipolar Disorder: Bipolar Disorder can be many things, but in general, it is a person who goes through extreme highs (Mania/Hypomania) and extreme lows (Depression). There are other disorders that look similar, so please leave the diagnosing to a trained and licensed professional (such as

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