How To Set Boundaries With Your Partner

February 20, 2025

Set Boundaries with Your Partner As a couples therapist in Chicago, I’ve seen firsthand how the absence of clear boundaries can lead to misunderstandings, resentment, and conflict in relationships. At the heart of every healthy […]

Why Rich Couples Are Often Unhappy

February 1, 2025

Rich Couples Unhappy? While financial wealth can provide comfort and opportunities, it does not guarantee happiness or fulfillment in relationships. At least that is what the research tells us. Rich couples often face unique stressors, […]

How to Be Supportive of My Friend in a Polyamorous Relationship

January 20, 2025

Polyamorous Relationship As a Chicago-based relationship counselor, I frequently help individuals and families navigate the complexities of modern relationships. Among the many dynamics I encounter, one that often invites curiosity and, at times, misunderstanding, is […]

Help! I’ve Been Hiding Bills From My Spouse

January 1, 2025

Hiding Bills from Spouse The Couples Counseling Center in Chicago recently received an email from someone visiting our website. In their electronic note, they wrote what appears below. We have included our response as part […]

7 Tips for Couples Facing Life Transitions

December 15, 2024

Couples and Life Transitions Life is a series of transitions, and as a couple, navigating these changes together can be both challenging and rewarding. In fact, life transitions are one of the major reasons couples […]

5 Tips for Dating a Recovering Alcoholic

December 8, 2024

How to Date a Recovering Alcoholic By: CCC Staff Are you currently dating a recovering alcoholic? Is this the first time you have found yourself in a relationship with someone who cannot drink – even […]

How To Talk To Your Partner About Overspending

December 1, 2024

Partner Overspending? Do you have a partner who is overspending? Not sure how to talk about it? If the answer is yes, this post is for you! Money matters are among the top stressors for […]

7 Things to Expect After a Breakup

November 24, 2024

After a Breakup Heartache Breakups are tough—whether you were the one who ended things, the one who got blindsided, or if it was mutual. As a relationship therapist in Chicago, I’ve helped many people navigate […]

What Topics Should We Explore Before Marriage?

November 10, 2024

Before Marriage: What To Discuss As a couples therapist based in Chicago, I often work with couples who are eager to make the transition from dating or cohabitating to marriage. It’s part of premarital counseling. […]

5 Powerful Ways Couples Therapy Strengthens Your Relationship

November 2, 2024

Couples Therapy Benefits As a couples therapist based in Chicago, I see firsthand how couples counseling can be a transformative experience for partners looking to strengthen their bond, rekindle romance, and build lasting trust. Relationships […]

5 Tips On Household Finances and Relationships

October 20, 2024

Household, Finances and Love By: Couples Counseling Staff According to the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning, more than 50% of Lakeview residents live in a dual-income household. In my work as a counselor, I often […]

Are You Struggling With Codependency?

October 6, 2024

Codependency and Self-Care By: Alexandra DeWoskin, LCSW The term Codependent has been around for a long time. Originally it was coined to describe the enabler and caretaker for an alcoholic or addict. That person is […]