
Transitioning from Friendship to Dating
Research suggests that the strongest partnerships in marriage and long-term relationships often originate from solid friendships....

When A “Friendship” Crosses the Boundaries of Intimacy
In my work with clients grappling to rebuild trust and intimacy following infidelity, several undeniable truths emerge. Among them, the...

The Cautionary Tale of Opposite-Sex Friendships in Relationships
If you're in therapy or have discussed your relationship with a couples' therapist, you may have observed that when the topic of...

A Guide to Supporting Friends Through Divorce
You and your friends have been inseparable for years, celebrating each other's weddings, baby showers, and housewarmings. Despite...

Coping with a High Maintenance Friend
We’ve all dealt with a high maintenance friend/relationship at one time or another. Whether they require your input on an urgent...

Being a Great Wingman
Based on “Top Gun”, the recently released movie “Maverick” reminds us of the importance of acting as someone’s wingman. A more intimate...

5 Types of Friends Who Are Bad for Your Marriage
Friends are important to the health of your relationship. Honest friendships bring out the best in us and are loyal to us and our...

Do Your Friends Inspire or Drain You?
When making friends as an adult, we often forget the wisdom we were told as children: “choose your friends wisely.” However, an illness...

Reconnecting From a Friendship Recession
After spending a year separated from your friends, you may have noticed that your friendships have changed. Some lost friends to the...

Do’s and Don’ts of Comforting a Friend Through a Divorce
Divorces are common but that doesn’t mean the people going through them aren’t suffering. Going through a divorce you wanted isn’t easy...