by Vivian Oberling | Apr 10, 2024 | Communication, Therapy
If you’re currently in individual therapy, let me start off by saying – good on you! It’s not always easy to recognize when additional support is needed and to do something about it. But if you’re here today, you may be questioning whether you need something...
by LAURA TYNAN | Apr 7, 2024 | Communication, Finances
I wonder how famous the song ‘Chapel of Love’ by The Dixie Cups would have been if it sang, “Goin’ to the chapel and we’re, gonna get married… but let’s sign a prenup first, in case this doesn’t work out, honey!” Amidst all the excitement of planning...
by LAURA TYNAN | Apr 6, 2024 | Communication, Finances
They say opposites attract, but what happens when those differences start to clash? As much as we’d like to believe that love conquers all, the reality is that every relationship requires a healthy dose of compromise. Whether it’s deciding where to go on...
by Nicole Sheehey | Apr 5, 2024 | Communication, Prenuptial Agreements, Relationships
We’ll cut right to the chase–the answer is no; you cannot get a prenup without your spouse knowing. This is for several reasons, such as the requirement for two signatures on the prenup and the requirement of both parties to voluntarily sign an agreement. The laws of...
by Vivian Oberling | Apr 4, 2024 | Communication, Relationships, Self-Care, Self-Help
If you’ve found your way to this article, you’re probably in the process of exploring premarital counseling. As a clinical psychologist, my vote would be a resounding “Do it!” but you may still have questions or worries. Premarital counseling is an investment in your...
by Jourdan Stewart | Apr 2, 2024 | cohabitation, Communication, marriage
Ever heard of a “common law marriage?” You probably have! Texas is one of the few states that still allows common-law marriage. In the great state of Texas, common law marriage is legally referred to as “informal marriage,” but it means the same thing as...
