From over-the-top pregnancy reveals to momfluencers with hundreds of thousands of followers, social media might lead new parents to believe pregnancy is relatively easy. It is not. Pregnancy is complicated….
Read MoreCouncil for Relationships is known for couples and family therapy since 1932. But who discovered and developed Family Therapy? Virgina Satir is considered the Mother of Family Therapy. Her findings…
Read MoreWhile becoming a new mother is rewarding, the journey is riddled with constant change, uncertainty, feelings of doubt, fear, and isolation. New mothers often fear voicing their needs or reaching…
Read MoreWhat can the Jewish holiday of Purim teach us about our own mental health? For one, it reminds us of the importance to unmask our true selves. Read on to…
Read MoreFinding a Philadelphia therapist or Paoli, PA, therapist accepting new patients can be difficult. CFR is proud to have Staff Therapist Sarafina Kietzman-Nicklin, MFT, as a member of our organization….
Read MoreSuicide is a topic no one wants to consider, and many people feel immensely uncomfortable talking about it. The reality is that suicidal thoughts are common, especially among teens and…
Read MoreWomen’s History Month is a time for us to reflect on the unique experience of women in our history. It is a time to evaluate how that experience has shaped…
Read MoreFinding a Philadelphia therapist or Blue Bell, PA, therapist accepting new patients can be difficult. CFR is proud to have Staff Therapist Daniel Martinez, MFT, as a member of our…
Read MoreCouncil for Relationships was devastated to learn of the killing of Tyre Nichols, who was murdered at the hands of police officers earlier this month in Memphis, Tennessee. We grieve…
Read MoreCommemorating Holocaust Memorial Day January 27, 2023, is International Holocaust Memorial Day, commemorating the 78th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp in Poland. The Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp…
Read MoreIt doesn’t have to be New Year, Same You. When it comes to resolutions, we tend to think about physical health; the exterior and external world reign (like quitting smoking,…
Read MoreThe winter season is upon us. Frigid temperatures, fewer hours of daylight, and viral illnesses can all contribute to increased isolation, and for many, increased stress and seasonal depression or…
Read MoreFinding a Philadelphia psychiatrist accepting new patients can be difficult. CFR is proud to welcome staff psychiatrist, Dr. Michael Antzis, to our organization. Dr. Antzis sees patients virtually and at…
Read MoreIt’s time to start making your 2023 New Year’s resolutions. CFR Staff Therapist Marrisa Kos, MSW, RN, shares her thoughts on the following topics: How to think about New Year’s…
Read MoreHave you been wondering, “are there therapists near me”? This month’s featured CFR therapist is Marissa Kos, MSW, RN. Marissa provides therapy at CFR’s Philadelphia’s Center City and University City…
Read MoreFor some of us, including me, the phrase “going home for the holidays” invites anxiety, dread, and avoidance. Every year I struggle to decide what to do for Thanksgiving. The…
Read MoreEvery month, Council for Relationships features one of our staff therapists. This month’s Featured Therapist is Jenny Sandler, LCSW. Learn more about them in the below interview! What makes you…
Read MoreMany often do not think about it, but our mood and life experiences play an essential role in our health. Our mood and life stressors can negatively impact our health…
Read MoreEvery month, Council for Relationships features one of our staff therapists. This month’s Featured Therapist is Daniella Bonhomme, MFT. Learn more about her in the below interview! What makes you…
Read MoreAs a therapist who specializes in expressive arts, I often get confused looks. I know what art is, I know what expressive means, but expressive arts? What is that? Expressive…
Read MoreEvery month, Council for Relationships features one of our staff therapists. This month’s Featured Therapist is Bebe Martinez, MA, MSW, LSW. Learn more about her in the below interview! What…
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