By: Jennifer Vannoy Supervised by: Dr. Cheri Locke, PhD, MA, LPC-S, CST, CCTP One of you wants it more. The other wants it less. Now what? Mismatched libidos are one of the most common concerns couples bring into therapy. If you’re reading this, chances are you and your partner feel out of sync when it…
By: Jennifer Vannoy, Practicum Student Supervised by: Dr. Cheri Locke, PhD, MA, LPC-S, CST, CCTP “I’m Too Embarrassed to Talk About Sex in Therapy…” Talking about sex in therapy can feel awkward, especially if you’ve spent most of your life being told sex is private, shameful, or something “nice people” don’t discuss. Yet for many…
By: Jennifer Vannoy, Practicum Student Supervised by: Dr. Cheri Locke, PhD, MA, LPC-S, CST, CCTP Sexual health and mental health are closely connected, yet many people don’t realize how much one can affect the other. I’m writing this blog because sexual concerns are incredibly common, but many people feel embarrassed to talk about them—even in…
By: Alexandra Faig, M.MFT., LMFT-Associate Supervised by Jamie Porter, LMFT-S, LPC-S Ever wonder why couples fight about the same thing? It is a common reason couples seek therapy. Many loving couples sit in my office and say, “We are going in circles fighting over the same thing, and we do not know how to stop.”…
By: Natasha Cooke, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, CCTP Want to start setting goals as a couple? The start of a new year is the perfect time to reflect on the past and set intentions for the future. While many people create personal resolutions, there’s a unique benefit to setting…
By: Natasha Cooke, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, CCTP The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, family gatherings, and celebration. However, for many, it can also bring feelings of stress, anxiety, and even frustration, especially when…
By: Natasha Cooke, MS, LPC Do you want to get back to enjoying vacations with your partner? As a couples therapist, I often hear stories of vacations that didn’t feel like vacations at all—arguments on the plane, tension over itineraries, or feeling disconnected in what should be a romantic setting. The truth is, a successful…
By: Natasha Cooke, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, CCTP Are you and your partner struggling to fairly divide household chores? If so, then you are like one of the many couples I work with! Achieving a fair balance in housework is crucial for maintaining harmony and preventing resentment. As a…
By: Natasha Cooke, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, CCTP John and Julie Gottman, renowned relationship researchers, have spent decades studying what makes marriages succeed or fail. One of the most profound insights from their work is the critical role of friendship in marital longevity and happiness. Friendship isn’t just a…
By: Jennifer Ponce de Leon, MA, LPC Associate Supervised by: Melissa Barton, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, CCTP Whether you’ve been together for years or are just starting out, connection is a huge part of any relationship. But let’s face it, life gets busy, and sometimes “connecting”…