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Much of the country has been following the defamation lawsuit filed by Johnny Depp against Amber Heard. Here are the important takeaways...

If you've wondered if your ex (or even current partner) is a narcissist, keep reading to find out if they check off the criteria. If you...

Understand what the term "couples therapist" really means and what to look for in a qualified professional when you want to start couples...

Welcome to the Realistic Romance series, where I analyze and assess popular relationships in television and film. In each post we will...

When things get rocky, we all want to know if our relationship can be fixed or if it's not worth saving. There's no definitive way to...

Keeping a tally of what each of you do in your relationship and trying to "win" will only lead to frustration and resentment. Try these...

From having unrealistic and unfair expectations, to handling fights badly, here are the top mistakes people make in their relationships....

Welcome to the Realistic Romance series, where I analyze and assess popular relationships in television and film. In each post we will...

The cycle of abuse is composed of patterns of behaviors, which explains the seemingly chaotic nature of abusive relationships. If you...

I've heard many people try to describe the sometimes amorphous process of therapy, and here is the absolute best analogy for what therapy...

If you watched Season 3 of Succession, I'm sure you have some strong opinions about Shiv and Tom. I do too. Let's talk transactional...

If you've been in a romantic relationship then you know how easy it is for your partner's mood to impact your mental state. I'm going to...

Welcome to the Realistic Romance series, where I analyze and assess popular relationships in television and film. In each post we will...

Therapists make excellent friends. You should be friends with a therapist (or several! just not your own, for the obvious ethical...

Start your day off right by being mindful from the moment you wake up until carry that calm presence throughout your day. Take the...

Instead of falling into the cycle or criticism where you notice every fault and correct every mistake, try building a culture of...

Your partner doesn't know how to read your mind. Instead of hoping that they will meet your needs and guess your feelings, take the more...

Waiting to take the next step in your relationship can be difficult. If you're anxiously waiting for your partner to pop the question,...

Trust can be hard to establish with someone new, especially if you've been burned in the past. Let's look at how you can deal with trust...

Dr. Bailey Hanek answers your questions about sex therapy- what it is, if it's for you, and how to find a great sex therapist. As a...