How to Feel More Secure in Your Second Marriage

How to Feel More Secure in Your Second Marriage

My husband and I are on are both on our second marriage. I made a pretty clean break from my first husband but my current husband's ex is still in his life (they have a child together.) He often brings up their relationship and talks about how amazing it was before everything went sour. I don't believe he still has feelings for her, but it makes me extremely jealous when he talks about all the fun they used to have, vacations they would take, etc. She's also a very attractive woman and when she comes to get their daughter, I immediately feel insecure because she always looks great. Any relationship advice/suggestions on how I can feel more secure in this situation?

By Rachel Moheban-Wachtel, LCSW-R|2021-11-02T18:05:21-04:00March 19th, 2019|Blended Family Counseling-Therapy|

Easy Tips to Keep Romance Alive

Easy Tips to Keep Romance Alive

They don’t just magically happen and fairytales are never true. The truth is that being in a positive and healthy relationship requires attention from both ends in order to make it grow and work for the long term.

By Rachel Moheban-Wachtel, LCSW-R|2021-11-02T18:15:35-04:00December 11th, 2018|couples and marriage counseling|

3 Basic Rules in Handling Your In-laws

3 Basic Rules in Handling Your In-laws

You may be one of those lucky people who have in-laws who are supportive and don’t meddle. They don’t pressure you to act against what you believe or ask you invasive questions. But, what about those of you who have in-laws that are pushy or get a little too involved creating conflict between you and your partner?

By Rachel Moheban-Wachtel, LCSW-R|2021-11-02T18:19:13-04:00September 12th, 2018|couples and marriage counseling|

5 Ways to Avoid Relationship Weight Gain

5 Ways to Avoid Relationship Weight Gain

As a therapist, I’ve met many couples concerned with weight gain in themselves, their partner, or both people in the relationship. Looking at your relationship from a birds-eye perspective, you’ll see when and how the weight gain happened.

By Rachel Moheban-Wachtel, LCSW-R|2021-11-02T18:19:39-04:00August 29th, 2018|couples and marriage counseling|

What to do When Your Depressed Spouse Refuses to get Help

What to do When Your Depressed Spouse Refuses to get Help

Depression that is left untreated can be serious and sometimes fatal. The good news is depression is treatable. But there are some people who resist treatment. It’s especially difficult when your spouse is in denial or doesn’t want to get treatment. This can tear your family and relationship apart.

By Rachel Moheban-Wachtel, LCSW-R|2021-11-02T18:20:36-04:00August 15th, 2018|couples and marriage counseling|

And Baby Makes… Exhaustion

And Baby Makes… Exhaustion

Every parent out there is undeniably familiar with the overwhelming exhaustion, both physical and emotional, that comes with raising children. However, seeing as you’re in it for the long haul, it is of utmost importance to discover ways of seeing through even the thickest of this fog, as it were, to maintain a healthy relationship and a level of intimacy with your partner.

By Rachel Moheban-Wachtel, LCSW-R|2021-11-02T18:20:57-04:00August 1st, 2018|couples and marriage counseling|

7 Ways to Support your Partner Who is Suffering from Anxiety

7 Ways to Support your Partner Who is Suffering from Anxiety

When your partner is suffering from anxiety it can have an impact on you and your relationship. Living with someone who suffers from anxiety can be challenging and the process takes time and patience.

By Rachel Moheban-Wachtel, LCSW-R|2021-11-02T18:21:25-04:00June 13th, 2018|Anxiety Treatment & Counseling|

The Secret to Having the Perfect Wedding

The Secret to Having the Perfect Wedding

Pick a date….CHECK! Choose the perfect dress….CHECK! Reserve the reception hall….CHECK! The perfect wedding is important.

By Rachel Moheban-Wachtel, LCSW-R|2021-11-02T18:21:39-04:00May 30th, 2018|premarital counseling|

4 Tips for Keeping the Spark Alive in Your Relationship

4 Tips for Keeping the Spark Alive in Your Relationship

You’re just so busy, busy … BUSY! The relationship you have with your partner is and should be more important than anything else in your life. However, due to the hustle and bustle of everyday life, you take your partner for granted. And before you know it, your needs aren’t being met, and neither are the needs of your partner.

By Rachel Moheban-Wachtel, LCSW-R|2021-11-02T18:22:39-04:00May 16th, 2018|premarital counseling|

Budget Care for Newlyweds

Budget Care for Newlyweds

As much as a couple in starry-eyed love may want to shout to each other and the world that money doesn’t matter, the truth is that finances become an issue, at some point or another, in all long-term relationships. Knowing this from the onset of a serious relationship will allow you to keep this particular issue under control before it grows into a big, ugly monster.

By Rachel Moheban-Wachtel, LCSW-R|2021-11-02T18:23:13-04:00May 2nd, 2018|couples and marriage counseling|