The word ‘codependent’ gets tossed around a lot. It has for many years. But the word, I’ve found, carries more than a whiff of judgement sometimes. The state of your relationship between yourself, others, and the world is an important marker of good mental health. For couples, here’s how to tell the difference between a relationship that’s close and one that’s overly dependent.
Read MoreIt’s been happening more and more; you get into an argument with your partner or another family member. Whether it’s the same issue or a brand new one, the heat is rising because you’re not hearing each other.
Read MoreA couple was having trouble last year, and it looked as though they were headed for a breakup. Then lockdown happened, and I didn’t hear from them for a while. This happens sometimes; couples need to step back and take stock of what has gone on in therapy. A few months later, I heard from them again.
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