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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 […]

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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 […]

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 […]

How Using “I” Statements Helps Strengthen Your Relationship

August 1, 2023

The benefits of “I” statements As a couples and marriage therapist based on the North Side of Chicago, I have had the privilege of working with numerous couples seeking to enhance their relationships. One of […]

Can Couples Counseling Help My Sex Life?

September 2, 2018

How therapy helps with intimacy issues By Jennifer Lawal, LPC Ahh..let’s talk about SEX; Yes, Sex and Counseling. This simple word is anything but simple and at least for most humans, there is nothing simple […]

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Couples Counseling Communications: Therapist Role

September 7, 2015

Couples Counseling Communications Deb Klecha, LCPC, CADC At the beginning of couples counseling, there is frequently a feeling of, “I need to explain my side and get the therapist to agree with me.” Understandable. Everyone […]

My Boyfriend’s Junk Smells BAD! WTF Should I Do?

April 27, 2015

Boyfriend’s Body Odor Smells! By: Couples Counseling Staff You love your boyfriend. You really do. Your relationship isn’t in a bad place but you must admit you have one problem: his junk smells terrible! If […]

6 Topics Couples Avoid Talking About But Shouldn’t!

April 1, 2015

Couples Communications By: Couples Counseling Staff Are there certain topics that you avoid talking about with your mate? Have you noticed that your partner seems to squirm when particular issues come up? Do you both […]

What to Talk About with Your Boyfriend: 5 Ideas!

March 16, 2015

How to Talk to Boyfriend Have you ever wondered what to talk about with your boyfriend? If so, you are not alone. As couples counselors and therapists, we can share with you that many […]

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Relationship Advice: 3 Tips for Improving Communication

November 5, 2014

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Improve Communications In today’s digitally obsessed world, the long-lost art of conversation has been replaced by emoji, text speak, and passive aggressive posts on popular social media sites. However, communicating in the cryptic sign […]