Family vacations are a great way to create long-lasting memories and bond with your loved ones. However, it can also be challenging to find ways to enjoy each other's company while keeping the kids entertained and happy. Here are some tips to help you make the most of your family vacation and enjoy quality time together.
Read MoreSummer is the perfect season for love and adventure. The warm weather and longer days create an ideal backdrop for memorable dates that can deepen your connection and create lasting memories. Whether you're in a long-term relationship or just starting to explore a new romance, here are ten delightful summer date ideas to help you make the most of the season.
Read MoreIn a world where individual experiences, identities, and struggles are incredibly diverse, it is essential to ensure that everyone feels welcome and supported in seeking therapy. At My-Therapist, we firmly believe in the power of inclusivity and are committed to providing a safe and accepting environment for all individuals, irrespective of their sexuality, gender, race, relationship status, or type.
Read MoreIn the realm of relationships, we often focus on how we can be good partners to our loved ones. However, an important but often overlooked aspect of being a good partner is cultivating self-compassion. Self-compassion involves treating ourselves with kindness, understanding, and acceptance, especially in times of struggle or failure.
Read MoreAs a parent, watching your children leave for college can be both exciting and emotional. It’s a time of transition that marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. While you’re proud of your children and excited for their new journey, you may also feel anxious about your own transition into an empty nest. Preparing for this change can be challenging, but there are steps you can take to make the transition as smooth as possible.
Read MoreMarriage is a major life decision, and it's natural to feel uncertain about whether we are ready for it or not. It's a commitment that involves two individuals and their families, and it can impact their lives in significant ways. While there is no fixed age or timeline for marriage, it's essential to consider various factors before taking the leap.
Read MoreReaders who are experiencing difficulties in their relationship may be wondering what type of help would be the best for their specific needs. Should they seek out relationship coaching, or is couples therapy a better option?
While both approaches aim to help couples improve their relationships, there are some key differences between relationship coaching and couples therapy that you should be aware of before making a decision.
Read MoreFinding out that your partner has experienced sexual violence is a difficult reality to face. A myriad of emotions may flood you from shock, rage, despair, and helplessness. It can be hard to handle all of those feelings, especially when you feel the pressure of being your partner’s “rock.” After all, they are the ones who experienced this violence directly. However, it is important to understand: this affects you too. It’s okay to have your own needs and emotions about it. In fact, there is a term for loved ones who are supporting a survivor of sexual assault: secondary survivors.
Read MoreIn relationships, committed love and erotic desire are two very different things. If you ask your partner what committed love is, they could give you an answer. But, if asked what erotic desire is, what would they say? As therapists, we often see couples who have neglected the eroticism in their relationships, redirecting it or shutting it down altogether. We are given many models of committed love in our lives, but when looking for that “spark” to heat things up we often miss the mark.
Read MoreThe winter months can be a stressful time with the holidays, end of year wrap ups at work and school, and just generally being cooped up inside more. During this high stress period, it’s even more important to be conscious about spending some quality time with your partner. Below, you’ll find a list of 10 date ideas that embrace this time of year and promote connection with your special someone. Whether you like to stay home and warm or would rather have a little adventure, these are sure to create lasting memories together!
Read MoreOn top of your already busy life, you have holiday-related tasks to attend to. Thus, leaving you with so much to do and so little time to do it.
You may have noticed your stress level rising. You may have also become irritable, and you’re snapping at the people around you. Or, you’ve lost sleep worrying about everything that has to get done before the holidays arrive.
Regardless, you’re overwhelmed and are pushed to your limit. You need to do something fast to offset your holiday stress.
Read MoreNow that you’ve tied the knot, are you feeling curious about what the first year of marriage will be like? During this time, you and your spouse will be setting the foundation for the coming years of your life together. We recommend you take this time to properly blend your individual lifestyles together and learn how to live and navigate life as a cohesive team.
Read MoreIn a partnership, there are always phases a couple might go through depending on their upbringings, experiences, relationship, and other factors. This October, we have Breast Cancer Awareness month, which is something to be celebrated. Many women develop breast cancer and the journey of physical illness is a tornado that many couples have to experience. In this blog article, we are sharing our top tips on how to best support your partner while embarking on their breast cancer journey.
Read MoreIn any relationship, there are different attributes that go into co-creating something as one, together! Whether it’s your upbringing, your belief system, your family, your friends, your career, or even your faith, …
Read MoreDo you have any unresolved personal issues? In this blog post, find out how those might be impacting your relationship!
Read MoreAre you interested in learning how to improve confidence in your relationship? In this blog post, we’re sharing some of our top tips to help you improve your confidence and feeling of stability in your relationship. Read this blog article to learn more!
Read MoreWhether you have recently become a parent or have been a parent for quite some time, sharing the responsibility of parenting your child with your significant other can be a big responsibility in itself. In this blog post, we’re sharing 8 of our top tips to help you co-parent more effectively.
Read MoreFrom a picnic in the park to an intimate dinner for two, there are so many different ways you can spend time with your chosen partner. In this blog post, we’re sharing our top 10 summer date night ideas.
Read MoreDivorce is a long process and can include a long recovery time. Getting back out there to find a new partner and date can be a process in itself. In this blog article, we’re sharing some great steps to help you get back out there with confidence!
Read MoreAre you navigating infertility? We're sharing our thoughts on infertility and how it can impact your relationship in this blog article.
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