Before you start couples counseling, try this first
Starting couples therapy is hard. There. I said it. And I’m a relationship therapist. So I can only imagine if you’re reading this that you’re struggling with the idea of starting counseling with your partner. The research shows many couples suffer for five years together before they call up a couples counselor. So what can…
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Tips for dealing with quarantine fatigue in your relationship
Our lives have changed dramatically since COVID-19 came onto the scene. Sad to say it, but it doesn’t look like things will be changing anytime soon. Everyone has been affected by the virus in one way or another. However, there are ways to stay connected with your partner through this stressful period. This article hopes…
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How to stop being racist on gay dating apps
If you want to reassure yourself that racism is alive and well in gay male culture, just open Grindr or Scruff. You will see countless profiles that say simply put: “No (fill in the racial group)”. No Asians. No Blacks. And the list goes on. These are blatant, hurtful forms of racism and if you…
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10 tips to care for your mental health during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic that are low-cost or free
There’s a great deal of uncertainty in the world right now. The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is changing life as we know it. Social distancing, the pending economic implications of the virus and the disruption in daily routine are enough to throw off anyone’s self-care routine. Below are 10 mental health tips for the coronavirus. The World…
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5 important relationship tips from a couples therapist
As a couples therapist, I’ve worked with all types of relationships. Whether gay, straight, polyamorous, monogamous, or somewhere in between here are five tips that can help you start improving your relationship today. Hopefully reading these tips can help you start having conversations that will lead to improved communication, intimacy and connection. Tip #1- Pick A…
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