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As a Licensed Professional Counselor and trusted relationship authority specializing in infidelity recovery and couples therapy, I have contributed expert commentary to leading national and international publications. My insights on relationship dynamics, marriage counseling, betrayal, and intimacy have been cited by editors at AskMen, Yahoo! Entertainment, Vogue, Katie Couric Media, New Jersey Bride, Fatherly, Giddy, MSN, The Today Show, Princeton Perspectives, Newsweek, Psych Central, and many others.These media contributions reflect my commitment to bringing evidence-based attachment theory into mainstream conversation—helping individuals and couples understand the difference between safety and expansion in modern love.
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KATIE COURIC MEDIA
Beyond the Kiss Cam Fail: What Prompts a Workplace Affair?
At first, they looked like any other couple basking in the glow of a Coldplay concert — arms wrapped around each other, lost in the music. But when a kiss cam zoomed in and panic flashed across their faces, it quickly became clear: This wasn’t just a tender moment — it was a secret.
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ASK MEN
Romantic Getaway Mistakes To Avoid, According to Travel & Relationship Experts
Don’t underestimate the power of a vacation to strengthen your relationship. Whether it’s packed with hot vacation sex or not, getting away from your day-to-day responsibilities and exploring a little bit together can be a huge romantic boost for any couple
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BEYOND AGES
Dealing with Incompatible Love Languages in Relationships
Are love languages even real? Are they enough to base our relationships on them? Does love language compatibility even exist? Are there incompatible love languages? That’s what psychology and science have been arguing for decades..
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UPJOURNEY
How to Repair a Relationship After Cheating
It’s one of the most devastating things that can happen in a relationship — finding out your partner has cheated on you. If you’re able to move past the initial hurt, betrayal, and even anger, there is still the question of whether or not you can repair the relationship.
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PRINCETON PERSPECTIVES
How to Keep the Spark in Your Relationship Despite the Pandemic
Ah, romance! It is a beautiful part of a life filled with mystery, excitement, tender kisses, stolen glances, and loving feelings. But did you feel it drifting away – or even coming to a complete halt – during the pandemic? We were all jolted into a new reality that put our lives in constant flux, filled our days with uncertainty, struggles, and restriction. As a result, romance is likely set aside or has become a distant memory.
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UPJOURNEY
How to Get Over a Broken Heart
No one is immune to heartache. Whether it’s the end of a relationship, a loved one passing away, or any other type of devastating news, it feels like our world has come crashing down.And while time is often said to be the best healer, that can be easier said than done.
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UPJOURNEY
How to Ask Someone Out on a Date
You’ve met someone you’re interested in, and you’d like to ask them out on a date. But you’re not sure how to go about it.You want to make sure that you put your best foot forward and come across as confident but still respectful, and you definitely don’t want to screw it up!
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TAP INTO WESTFIELD
Gifts for Your Child During Frightening Times: Reassure, Comfort, Care and Closeness
Our primary role as a parent is to keep our children safe. And, we do a fine job of this. Each of us takes precautions not only to directly insure their safety but we also teach them ways to keep themselves safe from harm.
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