There are many types of affairs. Infidelity is a lack of faithfulness to a sexual partner in an agreed-upon monogamous relationship. Infidelity is not limited solely to men and occurs in approximately one-third of all marriages. Online affairs have become quite prevalent with our reliance on technology and accessibility of social media and dating sites....
Infidelity in Relationships
When infidelity in relationships is discovered or disclosed, intense conflict and emotions usually lead to a crisis and a complete lack of trust. Infidelity could occur in various ways and unfaithfulness could often be extremely complex. It is a misconception that infidelity only affects troubled relationships, as many strong relationships also experience infidelity. We then...
The Role of Irrational Beliefs
Irrational beliefs are a series of beliefs or thoughts that are learned in different ways throughout our lives. You can learn them through interactions with others, life experiences, and through modeling from your parents or other important people in your life. These beliefs are often subconscious and they affect how we view the world, how...
Coping With Serious Illness
Illness is something we will all experience in our lifetimes whether it’s the flu or something more serious like cancer. Here, we will be addressing the challenges of serious illness. It is usually difficult to cope with the changes in emotional, physical, and financial needs that illness often brings. Best case scenario is that it...
Postpartum Depression
As psychologists and therapists, we often encounter women experiencing varying symptoms of depression following childbirth. The majority of women experience typical baby blues, but some women experience more severe symptoms that meet criteria for postpartum depression. Postpartum depression can often be mistaken for typical baby blues and may have a long-term impact on the new...