Read more about the article Can ChatGPT Replace a Couples Therapist? Here’s What AI Can’t Tell You

Can ChatGPT Replace a Couples Therapist? Here’s What AI Can’t Tell You

By Kelly Gorsky, LMHC, CCP, CAMS-I, Divorce Mediator In today's world of social media, podcasts, influencers, and artificial intelligence, relationship advice is only a few clicks away. Whether it's trying to understand an argument, wondering if a relationship is healthy, or asking how to handle a difficult conversation, it's becoming increasingly common to open ChatGPT before talking to another person. I was recently reminded of this while watching an episode of The Ultimatum. One of the cast members was looking for guidance about communication and making healthier dating decisions, so he turned to ChatGPT for answers. As I listened, I…

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The Art of Communication with Your Partner: Kelly Gorsky’s 7 Steps for Healthier Conversations

By Kelly Gorsky, LMHC, CCP, CAMS-I, Divorce Mediator Before You Start the Conversation Communication is not simply about talking. Healthy communication happens when both partners feel heard, respected, and emotionally safe enough to express themselves honestly. It requires timing, active listening, mutual understanding, and a willingness to work together toward a solution rather than trying to win an argument. The way you begin a conversation often determines how it will end. One conversation has the power to strengthen a relationship or quietly create distance between two people. Most communication problems do not begin because couples do not love one another.…

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Are Sex and Intimacy the Same Thing? A Therapist Explains

By Kelly Gorsky, LMHC, CCP, CAMS-I, Divorce Mediator Quick Answer: Are Sex and Intimacy the Same Thing? No. Sex and intimacy are not the same thing. Sex refers to physical sexual activity, while intimacy involves emotional closeness, trust, vulnerability, and connection. A couple can have sex without intimacy, and intimacy can exist without sex. Understanding the difference between sex vs. intimacy helps individuals and couples communicate their needs more effectively and build stronger relationships. Many people use the terms sex and intimacy interchangeably. While they are often connected, they are not the same thing. Understanding the difference between sex vs.…

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