Rachel Saenger Taylor, LPC-S, LMFT-S

Every relationship, whether it’s romantic, familial, friendly, or professional, comes with conflict. It’s inevitable. When two people with their own histories, personalities, and needs share space, disagreements will happen. But here’s something that surprises many people: conflict isn’t always bad. In fact, healthy conflict can actually strengthen relationships by deepening trust and understanding. The problem arises when conflict turns toxic, when it stops being about solvi

When you’re in the early stages of a new relationship, everything can feel both exhilarating and delicate. There’s this underlying worry that saying the wrong thing or expressing a need might somehow disturb the magic you’re feeling. But boundaries aren’t the thing that threatens a new relationship. They’re actually what helps it thrive. What Boundaries Really Mean Let’s start by reframing what boundaries really are. They’re not rules you impose on someone else, and they’re n

Your relationship with your parent or caregiver can significantly dictate how you develop relationships and interact with your environment as an adult. If you grow up in a household where your parents are loving, provide for your basic needs, and offer support and encouragement, you are likely to develop a healthy attachment style.  But when you are brought up in a household where you did not receive this type of care, it can lead to attachment trauma . Here are some common s

You feel like you’ve been stuck in the same routine. You’ve always strived to find a balance between your work life and home life, but your work life seems to be taking over lately. You wake up in the morning, sometimes before your alarm even goes off, eager to start your day. Sure, you love your job, but lately, you feel like you can’t stay on top of all of the work that piles up during the day. Your inbox is always full, your phone is constantly ringing, and the number of t

How to Rebuild a Marriage after an Affair Infidelity is one of the hardest things to deal with in any relationship. It tears down the trust and intimacy that two people have built up and creates waves of emotions for the betrayed partner. In this article, I’ll explore what you can do to repair your marriage after infidelity. Although there are things each partner can do in the aftermath of an affair to help, marriage counseling is an integral part of moving forward. What to

When we think of February, we think of Valentine's Day, romance and loving relationships. Valentines are not just for kids and young...