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The 20 Conflict Styles Couples Use, Ranked from Worst to Best
I see all kinds of ways couples handle disagreements. Some of these styles build closeness, while others leave you feeling miles apart.
Celeste Carolin - LMFTA, ADHD-CCSP
Mar 4, 20254 min read


Rules, Agreements, and Boundaries: Why They Matter for Healthy Relationships.
If you’ve ever been in a relationship, whether it’s a partnership, a friendship, or part of your family life, you’ve probably heard the words rules, agreements, and boundaries. They float around everywhere in conversations about healthy relationships and couples therapy, yet many people aren’t totally sure what each one means. That confusion alone can create resentment, conflict, and miscommunication. Knowing the difference between rules, agreements, and boundaries is one of
Celeste Carolin - LMFTA, ADHD-CCSP
Mar 3, 20254 min read


Relationship Needs vs. Wants: The Clarity That Can Save Your Relationship
Learn the difference between relationship needs and wants, why unmet needs lead to resentment, and how to communicate emotional needs clearly — with simple neuroscience, ADHD-informed insights, examples, and a worksheet for couples.
Celeste Carolin - LMFTA, ADHD-CCSP
Dec 5, 20254 min read


How an Open Relationship Impacts Anxious, Avoidant, and Disorganized Attachment Styles.
When I talk with clients who are exploring non-monogamy or opening up a relationship, attachment patterns almost always show up.
Celeste Carolin - LMFTA, ADHD-CCSP
Dec 4, 20254 min read


Do you have ADHD, Autism, or OCD? If you do, you might also have Alexithymia.
Have you ever had a moment where you just couldn’t find the words to describe what you were feeling? Maybe you knew you felt “off,” or...
Celeste Carolin - LMFTA, ADHD-CCSP
Jul 31, 20254 min read


The Hidden Cost of People-Pleasing in Relationships.
People-pleasing can leave both partners feeling like they lack control over the relationship. The pleaser suppresses their desires to maintain harmony, which can lead to frustration and emotional exhaustion.
Celeste Carolin - LMFTA, ADHD-CCSP
May 24, 20255 min read
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