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What to Do When Your Adult Children Don’t Get Along
When adult children don't get along, it can tear families apart. Learn how to support them while protecting yourself.

Raffi Bilek
Jun 15, 20256 min read


Private Pay vs. Insurance: Are Private Pay Therapists Better?
It's nice when your insurance covers therapy - but is it worth it to go out of network? There are plenty of therapists out there - let's help you choose the one that's right for you.

Raffi Bilek
Jun 1, 20254 min read


What’s The Difference Between Therapy and Life Coaching?
How is therapy different from life coaching? And if you’re looking for help with an issue in your life, should you see a therapist or a life coach? We'll answer these questions and more in this post.

Raffi Bilek
Apr 2, 20255 min read


The Benefits and Importance of Family Dinners
Thinking about starting a family meal tradition in your home? Or trying to make the one you already have work a little bit better? Read on.

Raffi Bilek
Mar 27, 20257 min read


Can You Fall in Love with Someone Else While Married?
This is a big question. Let's help you cut through the confusion.

Raffi Bilek
Mar 11, 20255 min read


Is an Age Gap in a Relationship a Problem?
If you're wondering whether the age gap between you are your partner is a problem, take a look at this post for some reflections on this.

Raffi Bilek
Mar 3, 20258 min read


In Recovery: Repairing Your Relationships
Addiction can kill your relationships. Now that you're in recovery, how do you repair them?

Sheryl Lopin
Feb 3, 20254 min read


Do You Identify as an Addict?
What is your identity after you've been in and out of addiction? Are you more than your addiction?

Sheryl Lopin
Jan 17, 20253 min read


What Do I Do If My Family Member Won't Get Mental Help?
Struggling with a family member who refuses mental health treatment? Here are some strategies to cope and improve family well-being without losing hope.

Baltimore Therapy Center
Jan 2, 20257 min read


Embrace Winter Without the SADness: Strategies to Combat Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder can drag you down. Here are some tips to combat it.

Baltimore Therapy Center
Dec 2, 20245 min read


Trying for a Baby: How to Talk With Your Partner about Kids
Taking the next step with your partner is always exciting. Whether you’re moving in together, getting engaged, or putting a label on your relationship, it shows you’re committed and want to consider your future together.

Baltimore Therapy Center
Nov 25, 20244 min read


New! The Couples Communication Handbook
BIG NEWS! My new book is out - The Couples Communication Handbook: The Skills You Never Learned for the Marriage You Always Wanted.

Raffi Bilek
Nov 20, 20243 min read


Healthy Conflict Resolution in Relationships: Why and How?
All relationships have their ups and downs. Conflict is bound to knock on your doors, whether it is friendship, a romantic involvement, or an acquaintanceship.

Baltimore Therapy Center
Nov 8, 20245 min read


When Aging Parents Need Help
As we age, performing normal daily activities can become increasingly challenging. Folks in the sandwich generation often discover that their elderly parents require assistance with routine tasks like meal preparation, medication management, and healthcare decisions.

Baltimore Therapy Center
Oct 15, 20243 min read


10 Common Types of Childhood Trauma
Imagine a world where every child grows up feeling safe, loved, and nurtured. Unfortunately, for millions of children, this ideal is far from reality.

Baltimore Therapy Center
Oct 2, 20245 min read


What is a Normal Age Gap in a Relationship?
Couples who are in a relationship (or thinking of entering into one) where there is a significant age gap often want to know how big an age difference is acceptable or “normal.”
In this post, we’ll try to answer some common questions about age-gap relationships – is there a norm? What is it? And what does that mean for you?

Raffi Bilek
Aug 7, 20246 min read


Why Men Are More Vulnerable to Addiction – and How It Impacts Their Families
Understanding why addiction seems to affect men disproportionately begins with looking at the underlying biological and psychological traits.

Baltimore Therapy Center
Jul 8, 20245 min read


Does Texting Count as Cheating?
Can interactions that take place via texting be considered cheating? No easy answers; let's take a look.

Raffi Bilek
Jun 5, 20247 min read


Effective Communication Strategies for Supporting a Loved One with Chronic Pain
Supporting a loved one with chronic pain is a journey filled with both challenges and learning opportunities.

Baltimore Therapy Center
May 6, 20245 min read


Who’s the Best Marriage Counselor in Baltimore for Couples Today?
This post is not a plug for the Baltimore Therapy Center - it's a plug for you to get the best help for YOU.

Raffi Bilek
Mar 14, 20245 min read
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