“My Girlfriend Doesn’t Know If She Wants to Be With Me!” – A Couples Therapist’s Advice

March 7, 2026

I hear this statement at least once a week in my therapy practice: “My girlfriend doesn’t know if she wants to be with me.” The pain in someone’s voice when they say these words is […]

Horoscope Compatibility Is More Psychological Than You Think

March 1, 2026

Be honest — when you meet someone new, how long before you casually ask, “So what’s your sign?” 😄 Whether you’re a die-hard astrology stan or a casual horoscope reader who checks Co-Star on a […]

7 Fun Places in Chicago for Couples That Are Free

February 21, 2026

Chicago offers countless opportunities for couples to connect without spending a dime. Whether you’re in a new relationship or have been together for years, exploring the city together strengthens your bond and creates lasting memories. […]

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My Husband Won’t Touch Me Anymore and I Feel Ugly

February 10, 2026

When Your Husband Won’t Touch You You stand in front of the bathroom mirror longer than you used to. Not because you like what you see, but because you’re searching for answers. You turn to […]

5 Conversations Every Engaged Couple Should Have Before Marriage

February 7, 2026

Engaged Couples Need To Talk About These Critical Topics The champagne toasts have been made, the ring is on your finger, and your social media is flooded with congratulations. Getting engaged is thrilling, and it’s […]

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Why Do I Fall In Love With Unavailable Men?

February 1, 2026

Why Do I Keep Falling for Emotionally Unavailable Men? 💔 You’ve been here before. That familiar flutter when you meet someone new, the late-night conversations that seem to promise something real, the growing hope that […]

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Navigating “Coming Out” Cycles as a Couple: When It’s Not Just Once

January 25, 2026

Coming out isn’t a single moment—it’s an ongoing series of decisions that LGBTQ+ couples face together. Every new job, every holiday dinner, every move to a different Chicago neighborhood brings fresh questions: Do we tell […]

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Should I Tell My Boyfriend I Cheated On Him?

January 23, 2026

The Weight of the Secret: When You’ve Cheated and Don’t Know What to Do The guilt is consuming. You wake up with it, carry it through your day, and lie awake at night replaying your […]

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Rebuilding Intimacy After Infidelity: A Therapist’s Guide

January 23, 2026

After more than two decades working with couples in Chicago, I’ve seen countless relationships survive infidelity and emerge stronger. The path isn’t easy, but rebuilding intimacy after betrayal is possible when both partners commit to […]

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The Founder’s Marriage: Balancing Ambition and Intimacy in the West Loop

January 23, 2026

You didn’t build a business in the West Loop by being “average.” You did it through relentless focus, 80-hour weeks, and a refusal to fail. But the same “Founder Mindset” that makes you a success […]

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Why Divorce Isn’t Always Bad for Your Children

January 13, 2026

For many Chicago parents, the decision to end a marriage is stalled by a single, haunting question: “Will this ruin my children?” At Couples Counseling Chicago, we see parents daily who are trapped in what […]

My Partner Doesn’t Want Sex: 10 Reasons for Low Libido

January 12, 2026

Partner Doesn’t Want Sex? When you’re lying in bed wondering why your partner doesn’t want sex anymore, it’s easy to spiral into worst-case scenarios. Are they cheating? Have they fallen out of love? Is it […]