Did I make sure to send that email? What if they realize I forgot to send the email and become upset with me? What if I have to interact with other people today? I get so anxious when I am around people. They will judge me and find me to be incompetent. What if I don’t check the locks of the house and someone breaks in and steals everything we own? I just left the house, but I should drive back and check just to be sure - I won’t be able to stop thinking about it if I don’t.  

Many couples are unsure if couples therapy is right for them. A common misconception I hear regarding couples therapy is that it’s only for unhealthy relationships or relationships on the verge of ending. Rather, couples therapy is helpful for couples to maintain or improve an already healthy dynamic, build further intimacy, and to help those couples struggling with more deeply rooted problems such as an affair, betrayal of trust, resentments or problems in their sex life. Couples therapy also helps with communication difficulties and with feelings of growing apart. Premarital counseling is another form of therapy common for couples before entering marriage. In short, couples therapy can be used to prevent problems, maintain a healthy relationship, further enhance a strong bond, just as much as it can be helpful for working through deep hurts and resentments.

Pride month is here! You have probably seen companies premiering rainbow logos, decor, and products. It’s also likely you will see the words LGBTQ+ somewhere. Many people still ask what is Pride month, why is it celebrated in June, and why does it matter?