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How to Argue with Your Spouse without Solving Anything
<p>An article I wrote about spousal disagreements has been posted on wellness.com: Arguments among dating and married couples have gotten a bad name. Sure, they cause anger, frustration, tears, breakups, and divorces, but apart from […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Nov 19, 20141 min read


Playdates Made Easy
<p>This article made me both laugh and cry out loud! Becoming a mother brings children, mess, a larger wardrobe, and fewer friends. For people (like me) who thrive on social interaction and friendship, making time […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Nov 14, 20141 min read


How to Be Married to a Woman
<p>The sequel to my highly popular “How to Be Married to a Man:” How to Be Married to a Woman My article, “How to Be Married to a Man,” recently published in the Where What […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Nov 8, 20147 min read


Getting Your Kids to Eat Their Dinner
<p>Here is another column from the BJH in which I answer the classic question: How do I get my kids to eat their dinner??? Dear BJH, My kids are really great overall, but the one […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Nov 1, 20143 min read


A Dog Named Depression
<p>This short video offers an excellent perspective on what it’s like to be depressed. Depression does tremendous damage to relationships. If you or someone you love is suffering from depression, don’t hesitate to reach out […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Oct 25, 20141 min read


Between Parents & In-Laws
<p>Here is a recent column of mine that appeared in a local newspaper discussing a common issue that comes up in families. While this person may or may not be a candidate for family therapy, […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Oct 18, 20141 min read


Love after Adultery
<p>It is commonly thought that adultery is a certain death blow to a marriage. After all, what could possibly do more injury to a relationship than an affair? It strikes us as the worst thing […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Oct 8, 20142 min read


Supporting Others
<p>I thought this article about supporting the people in your life was excellently presented. http://www.aish.com/sp/so/99754929.html Learn more about our counseling and therapy services here.</p>

Raffi Bilek
Oct 8, 20141 min read


Positive parenting wont make up for yelling, insulting
<p>I thought this was a powerful article on positive parenting about the effect we as parents have on our children. Check it out: Young adults who had been criticized, insulted or threatened by a parent […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Oct 8, 20141 min read


How to be Married to a Man
<p>A local Baltimore magazine published an article I submitted this week, entitled “How to be Married to a Man.” I highly recommend it for all people married to men. I know there’s an awful lot […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Sep 6, 20146 min read


Does Sexting Count as Cheating?
<p>Many people aren’t sure how to answer this question. When a married man is sending inappropriate text messages to another woman (or vice versa), does that “count” as an affair? The answer is really a […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Sep 3, 20142 min read


Kids Hear EVERYTHING
<p>Recently, I was sitting at dinner with my wife and kids and discussing the mundane issues of daily life. At one point my wife mentioned to me something about putting the kids in camp for an […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Aug 28, 20142 min read


Not Your Average Advice Column Response
<p>Here’s a little levity in the family therapy field (check out Amy’s response). At the same time, it’s kind of sad. Family problems always are. If you find yourself in a similar type of situation […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Aug 14, 20141 min read


Four Ways to Fight with Your Spouse
<p>Here’s an article I found worth reading, about how to manage fights in your relationship without letting them destroy it. 4 Ways to Fight with Your Spouse without Destroying your Marriage Learn more about our […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Jul 21, 20141 min read
I Follow My Own Marriage Advice; part II
<p>How did I do it? How did I get mad at my wife (see previous post on marriage advice) and get an apology in return instead of a retaliation? Let’s take a look at why […]</p>

Raffi Bilek
Jun 30, 20143 min read
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