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Why Involving Third Parties is Hurting Your Chicago Relationship

January 26, 2026

You’re lying in bed in your Lincoln Park apartment, and you can hear your partner on the phone in the next room. Again. It’s their mom. Or their best friend. Or their sister. And you […]

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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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Restoring the Foundation: Marriage Counseling in Old Irving Park

January 21, 2026

Old Irving Park is a neighborhood defined by its foundations. Walking down the tree-lined streets near Belden or Keeler Avenue, it’s impossible not to admire the craftsmanship of the Queen Anne and Italianate homes that […]

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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 […]

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How To Talk About Non-Monogamy: A Guide for Chicago Couples

January 7, 2026

Updated: January 2026 Conversations About Non-Monogamy Non-monogamy is a hot topic in the couples counseling office for many people in Chicago. In the diverse landscape of modern relationships, the concept of an open relationship has […]

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7 Benefits of Secular Premarital Therapy

December 19, 2025

You’re engaged, planning a future together, and maybe considering premarital counseling. But when you start researching options, you notice many programs seem rooted in religious traditions—scripture-based discussions, faith-centered frameworks, or counseling through houses of worship. […]

7 Symptoms of Abandonment Issues You Can’t Ignore!

December 19, 2025

Abandonment Issues Exposed By: Couples Counseling Chicago Staff Do you suspect you have abandonment issues? Has someone told you that you attach yourself to another in relationships too soon and too fast? Do you avoid […]

Ghosting Effects: Understanding the Mental Health Impact and How to Heal

December 11, 2025

You send a text. No response. You send another. Still nothing. Days turn into weeks, and the silence becomes deafening. You replay every conversation, every moment, searching for what you did wrong. But the answer […]

10 Ways to Create More Intimacy for Couples From a Relationship Therapist

December 10, 2025

More Intimacy Means Active Involvement By: Couples Counseling Chicago Staff If you are looking to create more intimacy in your relationship, you certainly aren’t alone. Many Chicago couples seek out therapy with the hope of […]

Couples Arguments: 5 Tips for Fair Fighting!

June 22, 2024

Fighting Fair Requires Ground Rules At some point in time, there is a high likelihood that you are your better half are going to have an argument. In fact, some research suggests that some couples […]

What Is Relationship Therapy?

May 26, 2024

Relationship Therapy in Chicago In the bustling city of Chicago, where the skyline reflects the diversity of its inhabitants, relationship therapy plays a vital role in fostering healthier connections between individuals. As a Chicago Relationship […]