Experiencing the death of a loved one is one of the most painful things each person must face. The shock of your beloved friend or family member having passed away, along with the finality of their death is difficult to deal with. Everyone Mourns Differently The process of mourning is a very personal experience. Because […]
4 Surprisingly Easy Ways to Say “Yes” and Increase Intimacy Right Now
Let’s face it: life is busy… and getting busier. As a licensed marriage and family therapist in Downers Grove, I see it all the time. Sometimes, it feels like everyone needs something from us: kids, family, bosses, and friends. When we are looking for areas to lighten our load, it’s often our relationship that gets […]
Why sexual Intimacy May Be the Key to a Longer Life
It’s rare for us in couples therapy to not spend some time talking about sex. When sex is going well in a relationship it generally makes up about 10% of a couples relationship satisfaction, however, when it’s going poorly it become 85% of the relationships problem focus. We’ve all been told that a healthy sex […]
Is it Possible to Rebuild Trust After an Affair?
For many people, the discovery of a spousal affair is the ultimate betrayal. We see many couples in our offices whose relationship has been devastated by an affair. And yet, the betrayal by one does not necessarily decrease the love of either party for the other. Often times both people in the relationship are in […]
6 Great Ways to Deepen Your Relationship Bond
Love is a beautiful thing, and there’s nothing more amazing than feeling the bond you share with your partner get stronger. If you’re in a happy relationship, you can keep it that way by introducing a few new things into your relationship. Here are 6 evidence-based approaches that will help you enjoy a more fulfilling […]
Valentine’s Date Ideas in Downtown Downers Grove
As a couples counselor at Solid Foundations Therapy in Downers Grove, I encourage couples every day to stop and schedule time to connect. There’s nothing magic about Valentine’s Day—but it’s good to have a reason to get out and spend time together! And if you know Valentine’s Day is important to your partner, that’s an […]
Feeling Angry and Frustrated With Your Partner? These Tips May Help
A lot of couples who come to Solid Foundations Therapy for counseling usually cite frustration with their partner as one of the major issues they face. We have found that often times this frustration stems from unmet expectations. Expectations play a huge role in life and relationship satisfaction. Whenever our expectations are met we are […]
Why You Should Seek Therapy After Divorce to Rediscover Your Happiness
No one ever gets married expecting their marriage to end but divorce happens. Couples can get divorced for any numbers of reasons. It could be that the pair simply found themselves incompatible and were unwilling to try couple’s therapy. It could be that there are issues of emotions or physical abuse or that a partner […]
5 Important Relationship Questions You Need to Answer
You’ve probably heard this a thousand times, but here it is again: Relationships are tough and they require constant work. In my office in Downers Grove I have a quote on a wall from Theodore Roosevelt that states “Nothing worth having was ever achieved without effort”. I’m consistently referencing it with my clients. To have […]
Is your Anxiety Driving You? (video)
Check out this awesome metaphor for anxiety from Breanna Mann. Learn a quick way to identify how much control your anxiety has at any moment and a few ways to put yourself back in charge. If you are struggling with anxiety and want some additional help. Contact us today to make an appointment!
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