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7 Exercises for Couples to Improve Communications

July 1, 2024

Want To Improve Communications? Hello, Chicago! As a couples therapist in the Windy City, I understand how crucial communication is in a relationship. Whether you’re strolling along the shores of Lake Michigan or enjoying a […]

10 Signs You Need Couples Counseling

June 22, 2024

Time for Couples Counseling? By: Couples Counseling Chicago Staff Couples counseling is one of those “scary terms” that conjures up all sorts of stereotypes. Many people falsely believe that going to see a couples counselor […]

5 Keys to Active Listening for Couples For Better Communications

June 22, 2024

Active Listening Tips By: Couples Counseling Chicago Staff Active listening is one of those terms that we often hear but what does it really mean? According to experts in the field of communication, active listening […]

What’s The Difference Boundaries vs. Controlling Behaviors?

June 20, 2024

Boundaries vs. Controlling Behaviors As a psychotherapist involved with couples therapy in Chicago, I’ve seen firsthand how the concepts of boundaries and controlling behavior can be misunderstood and misapplied. While both are essential elements in […]

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How To Pick The Best Marriage Therapist

June 16, 2024

Best Marriage Therapist Tips Are you looking for the best marriage counseling therapists in the Chicago Lakeview area? Hoping to find a marriage counselor near Chicago’s downtown area or the Loop? Need a couples counselor […]

How Do I Tell My Partner I Don’t Want To Be Monogamous?

June 9, 2024

By: Couples Counseling Staff In 2024, in a city as diverse and forward-thinking as Chicago, people of all walks of life are entering romantic relationships with all types of dynamics and boundaries. The question of […]

Digital Detox for Tech Connected Couples

June 1, 2024

Digital Detox for Couples In the fast paced city of of Chicago, couples often find themselves juggling the demands of work, social media, and endless streams of notifications. As a couples therapist practicing in this […]

How Humor Can Strengthen Your Relationship

May 19, 2024

Humor and Relationships As a couples therapist on the North Side of Chicago in the Wrigleyville area, I have the privilege of working with diverse couples from all walks of life. One universal element that […]

5 Fitness Ideas for Couples In Chicago

May 12, 2024

Fitness Ideas Couples As a couples therapist in Chicago, I often emphasize the importance of shared activities and hobbies in maintaining a healthy relationship. Spending time together towards a common goal, such as wellness, has […]

What If Your Partner Doesn’t Want Couples Therapy?

April 21, 2024

You want couples therapy and they don’t. Know what? Picture this: you’re living your life in Chicago carefree and positive. You’re getting along great with your partner, with a strong connection between the two of […]

Counseling Before Divorce Or Separation A Smart Idea?

April 14, 2024

Divorce and Separation Counseling – A Closer Look Thinking of divorce or separation counseling in Chicago? Wondering if working with a marriage therapist might help with the decision-making process? Not sure how to proceed? If […]

Work Life Balance Tips for Couples

February 19, 2024

Work-Life Balance Work-life balance is so important. In the non-stop pace of Chicago’s North Side, where the energy of the city never seems to wane, couples often find themselves grappling with the challenge of balancing […]