How to Have Hard Talks With Friends
Friendships are built on trust, support, and good times. But even the closest friendships face tough moments. Maybe your friend hurt your feelings, or you find yourself worrying about their [...]
Online Dating Tips for Clear Communication
Finding a partner using dating apps and websites involves several important things to keep in mind. Whether apps and websites are used for long-term, short-term, casual, or serious purposes, [...]
Healing from Heartbreak: 10 Tips for Coping with a Traumatic Break-up
Going through a traumatic break-up can feel like navigating a stormy sea. The emotional pain, confusion, and sense of loss can be overwhelming. Also, changes brought on by the loss [...]
10 Ways to Support a Loved One
What you say and do to support a loved one who is struggling can have a huge impact on how your friend or family member copes. When you see someone [...]
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills to Strengthen Relationships
Written by Katie Jackson-Griffin, LCPC Relationships with others are essential. They provide support, companionship, fun, and connection. They can also be a source of stress if you feel that you [...]
5 Tips to Improve Communication in Your Relationships
Personal relationships are complex. Every relationship involves some level of emotional, physical, verbal, and psychological connection that allows the relationship to flourish. When people become complacent, or “comfortable,” in a [...]
Breaking the Mold: Exploring Non-Monogamy
Written by Katie Jackson-Griffin, LCPC When it comes to creating a joyful and fulfilling life, a lot of people crave connection in the form of romantic relationships. Just because people [...]
4 Tips on How To Express Difficult Emotions
Sam’s story with recognizing difficult emotions It is 5:00 PM on Friday evening and Sam is looking forward to meeting up with his best friend of 5 years, Jay, [...]