by Courtenay Monfore | May 22, 2023 | Relationships, Therapy
Jealousy feels so unpleasant. But like any emotion, it gives us information. Jealousy involves fear with worrisome thoughts of a potential loss. Commonly, jealousy is an emotional reaction activated by the actual or anticipated interest in another person by someone we...
by Courtenay Monfore | May 8, 2023 | Relationships, Therapy
When your energy isn’t yours to spend anymore. An energy vampire is a pop term for an individual who, intentionally or unintentionally, drains the life and vitality of those around them. At first glance, this person may appear gracious and charming. However, as...
by Courtenay Monfore | May 1, 2023 | Anxiety, Relationships, Therapy
Separation anxiety is the fear of being separated from loved ones or people who we perceive to be a source of safety and connection. It’s normal for anyone to feel some loneliness and uneasiness about being away from loved ones, but when it feels out of control...
by Courtenay Monfore | Apr 24, 2023 | Relationships, Therapy
Most of us value connection with others, especially in our romantic relationships. In fact, we are wired for connection and it allows us to create bonds and intimacy with our partner. The success of long-term relationships depends heavily on the quality of our...
by Courtenay Monfore | Mar 20, 2023 | Relationships, Therapy
Most of us struggle with communication in many areas of our relationship, so of course talking about a particularly vulnerable topic like sex is going to feel even harder. To help these discussions be more productive and less awkward, let’s use the Golden Rules...
by Courtenay Monfore | Mar 6, 2023 | Anxiety, Relationships, Therapy
Anger is an emotion that nearly everyone will experience at some point in their lifetime. In fact, anger is a necessary emotion to feel because it acts as a form of protection from a possible threat. However, if you find yourself developing telltale signs of rage...
by Courtenay Monfore | Feb 27, 2023 | Anxiety, Relationships
At their best, relationships—both romantic and platonic—can be one of the strongest sources of happiness and stress relief. They can offer positive experiences, keeping our moods high and steady, and creating a source of support when times are tough. At their worst,...
by Courtenay Monfore | Feb 20, 2023 | Relationships, Therapy
Marriage can be a blessing, but it can also break your heart—especially if you think you’ve reached the end of the road. There’s no easy path to the decision to divorce, and the journey through uncoupling is different for everyone. If you’re...
by Courtenay Monfore | Feb 13, 2023 | Relationships, Trauma
Trauma can change how we act in the world. It can affect our relationships by changing how we relate to ourselves and others. Trauma can affect people in many ways and its effects may look different from person to person. If you have been through a traumatic...
by Courtenay Monfore | Feb 6, 2023 | Relationships, Therapy
It’s not unusual to feel less attracted to your partner over time. Here’s why that happens — and what to do about it. The beginning of a relationship is often full passion: thinking about each other constantly and wanting to spend every waking moment...
