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I Charged $10,000 on My Husband’s Credit Card and He Doesn’t Know — WTF Should I Do?

July 25, 2026

The Confession A woman recently shared something that had been keeping her up at night: “I charged about $10,000 on my husband’s American Express card, mostly from shopping, and he doesn’t know yet. Money is […]

Two men sitting apart on a couch, reflecting emotional distance in their relationship.

Why Gay Male Relationships Struggle: 10 Patterns That Create Distance

July 20, 2026

Three weeks into dating someone, you already know his coffee order, his ex’s name, and roughly how many kids you’re supposed to have by 2032. It’s electric. It’s also, if you’re honest, a little fast. […]

Is Fantasizing About Someone Else Cheating?

July 20, 2026

Does thinking about someone else count as being unfaithful? You are in a committed relationship, but every now and then your mind wanders to someone else. Maybe it is a coworker, an ex, a celebrity, […]

5 Tips for Gay Men Considering an Open Relationship

July 20, 2026

Gay and considering an open relationship in Chicago? By: Couples Counseling Staff LGBT Pride month in Chicago is behind us, but the thoughts of the men that you saw at the parade or fest may […]

How Wrigleyville Couples Can Start Breaking Toxic Relationship Patterns

July 18, 2026

Every couple has disagreements, but when the same arguments repeat themselves week after week, it’s a sign that toxic patterns have taken root in your relationship. These destructive cycles can leave both partners feeling exhausted, […]

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I’m Sleeping With My Boss But Feel Weird

July 5, 2026

I’m Sleeping With My Boss and It Feels Amazing — So Why Do I Feel Weird? A reader recently wrote in with a situation that sounded exciting on the surface but emotionally complicated underneath: I’m […]

LGBTQ Couples in Andersonville: Addressing Intimacy Without Shame

July 1, 2026

If you are a LGBTQ couple in the Andersonville or greater Chicago area seeking therapy, you are likely looking for more than just a mediator for household chores. You are looking for a space to […]