Staying With Someone Who Cheated On You: Is Marriage Counseling the Answer?

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June 11th, 2020 . Lisa Kaplin

Staying with someone who cheated on you is a tough call. Every situation is unique. If someone cheats, that doesn't necessarily mean he/she will do it again. Maybe it was a wakeup call that the marriage needs help. Maybe divorce isn't the answer. Tha...

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My Ex Is Lying During Divorce, Telling People I’m Mentally Ill

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January 17th, 2020 . Lisa Kaplin

Going through a divorce definitely has its challenges. We all know that. But what happens when during divorce, one person starts spreading lies about the other? Here is one reader's story. During her divorce, her ex is actually telling people she is ...

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My Ex Moved On And It Hurts. Of Course it Does.

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November 21st, 2019 . Lisa Kaplin

From a reader: I need some advice. My ex moved on and it hurts. When he was in denial going through our divorce, we still spoke a lot. He promised that he'd always be there for me-- "you'll see, whether we're together or not, I'll be there.” He bou...

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Stop Walking On Eggshells

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August 14th, 2019 . Lisa Kaplin

My clients often tell me about people in their lives who are challenging and thus cause them to be walking on eggshells. My question to my clients is always, “Whose eggshells are they?” What I am trying to ask my clients is, “Who is responsible...

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What’s The Difference Between A Divorce Coach And A Therapist?

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June 24th, 2019 . Lisa Kaplin

Since I am both a psychologist and a professional coach, I am constantly asked about the difference between a divorce coach and a therapist.  It’s a great question, and one that any consumer should be asking. It’s also important for therapists a...

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