Before You Say ‘I Do’: Essential Premarital Counseling Topics for Couples

June 1, 2026

Getting engaged is one of life’s most exciting milestones. Between choosing venues, sampling cakes, and finalizing guest lists, it’s easy to focus entirely on planning the wedding day. But what about planning for the marriage […]

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7 Stages of a Breakup: A Guide To Healing

May 27, 2026

Breakups don’t follow a straight line. One morning you wake up and feel completely fine — almost suspiciously fine — and by that evening you’re crying into leftovers you can’t even taste. The next week […]

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Virtual Couples Therapy: Does Online Marriage Counseling Actually Work?

May 16, 2026

The pandemic fundamentally changed how we approach healthcare, and couples therapy was no exception. What started as an emergency response has evolved into a preferred option for many couples seeking help with their relationships. But […]

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What is CBT Marriage Therapy?

May 2, 2026

What Is CBT Marriage Therapy? When couples face challenges in their relationship, finding the right therapeutic approach can make all the difference. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for couples has emerged as one of the most […]

The Mind Reader’s Trap: Why Assumptions Damage Relationships

April 10, 2026

By: Alexandra DeWoskin, LCSW The Role of Assumptions in Relationships In my work with individuals and couples as a counselor in Chicago, the issue of assumptions surfaces frequently. I define assumptions as nothing more than […]

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When One Partner Won’t Go to Therapy: How Individual Counseling Helps Your Relationship

April 4, 2026

You’ve rehearsed the conversation a dozen times. You know exactly what you want to say about going to couples therapy together. But every time you bring it up, your partner shuts down, changes the subject, […]

Top 10 Reasons Couples Breakup!

March 21, 2026

Updated: March 2026 | Reading Time: 6 minutes Breaking up is hard to do — until it isn’t. No one enters a relationship expecting it to fall apart. But even the most promising partnerships can […]

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. […]

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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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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Why Communication Breaks Down in Long-Term Relationships

January 10, 2026

If you’ve been with your partner for years, you might have noticed something frustrating: the conversations that used to flow so easily now feel like navigating a minefield. What happened to those late-night talks when […]