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Will Couples Therapy Help? A Guide for Partners Considering Counseling.

by Ellen Spiese | Jul 28, 2025 | Anxiety, attachment, communication, Couples therapy, Depression, Homewood IL therapist

If you’re wondering whether couples therapy will help your relationship, you’re not alone. It’s a common question, and the answer is both hopeful and honest: *yes, couples therapy can help—*if both partners are open to the process and willing to grow...

Coping with Stress During the Holiday Season: Tips for Adults and Children

by Lauren White | Dec 8, 2024 | communication, parenting, routine

Coping with Stress During the Holiday Season The holidays can be a joyful time, but they also bring unique stressors for both adults and children. Whether it’s meeting expectations, managing family dynamics, or dealing with overstimulation, stress can impact...

Connecting through Communication

by Ellen Spiese | Oct 27, 2024 | attachment, communication, Couples therapy, Therapy

We use communication daily for a variety of reasons, to schedule, problem solve, and answer questions. One of the most important ways that couples can use communication is to help them connect emotionally. The prepare/enrich program for couples offers many exercises...

Boundaries 101: Creating a Life of Balance and Respect

by holly houston | Jul 21, 2023 | communication

Boundaries play a crucial role in maintaining healthy and balanced relationships. Boundaries help us define the limits and expectations within a relationship and help individuals understand their own needs and protect their personal well-being. When discussing...

Developing Boundaries within a Relationship

by Danielle Kowach | Jun 5, 2023 | communication, Couples therapy, Uncategorized

When we think of a healthy relationship, we often think of love, trust, and communication. But another crucial element that’s often overlooked is boundaries. Setting boundaries in a relationship means communicating what we will and will not tolerate, what we...

Will Couples Therapy Help? A Guide for Partners Considering Counseling.

by Ellen Spiese | Dec 13, 2022 | attachment, communication, Couples therapy, Homewood IL therapist, Uncategorized

If you’re wondering whether couples therapy will help your relationship, you’re not alone. It’s a common question, and the answer is both hopeful and honest: *yes, couples therapy can help—*if both partners are open to the process and willing to grow...
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