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Sex and the older couple

May 30, 2023 | Published by Psychotherapy Networker

Ageism and social taboos have led many therapists to avoid talking about sex with older clients. Regina Koepp, PsyD, makes a case for raising the subject.

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Stop overthinking your relationship

May 30, 2023 | Written by Alicia Muñoz, LPC

It’s easy to feel stuck in analyzing the same old conflicts with your partner. Learn how to identify and break rumination cycles by telling the whole truth.

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Introducing our new video series, Ask a Therapist

May 3, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team | Featuring Alicia Muñoz, LPC, and Tammy Nelson, PhD

Join host Amye Archer and relationship experts Alicia Muñoz and Tammy Nelson for advice on healing after infidelity, intimacy for empty nesters, and more.

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Attachment theory and the four attachment styles

April 28, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Attachment styles help explain the way people feel and act in relationships. Learn more about how early childhood caregiving impacts the rest of our lives.

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To stay together forever, get a sleep divorce

April 7, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Alexandra Solomon, PhD

One in five couples sleep in separate rooms. So why do we still feel so weird about it? “Disney did us dirty,” says relationship expert Alexandra Solomon.

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Couples therapy: Who it’s for, how it works, and how to choose a therapist

February 9, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

If you and your partner find it hard to work through challenges in your relationship, support from a couples therapist may be the right option for you.

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The psychological effects of dating apps

December 15, 2022 | Written by Elise Burley

Dating apps can help you find your person, but they can also be hard on your mental health. Learn how to take care of yourself when you get on the apps.

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What is gaslighting?

December 12, 2022 | Written by therapist.com team

Gaslighting is a form of emotional manipulation that causes you to doubt yourself and question your reality. Learn how to spot this abuse and seek help.

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Sex, intimacy, and your mental health

October 13, 2022 | Written by therapist.com team

Sex is a normal, healthy part of life. Learn about the health benefits of sex, the importance of consent, and the relationship between sex and intimacy.

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Are sex addiction and porn addiction real disorders?

October 10, 2022 | Written by therapist.com team

Sex and porn addiction are compulsive behaviors that can have negative effects on your life. Learn how to spot the signs and seek treatment.

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