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Cathy Spear
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wayland, MA 01778  (Online Only)
Having many years of experience as a clinician, I believe the key to a positive therapy relationship is comfort and trust. My goal is to offer a caring and direct relationship that helps you make your life more meaningful/ less conflicted by building on your strengths and capacities. I use a combination of cognitive and relational thinking to help encourage curiosity into one's choices and to foster change. My clinical specialty areas are grief/bereavement and marital/couples/relationship work, with individuals as well as with couples/families. Importantly, I find the therapeutic connection is tender and, hopefully, life-changing.
Having many years of experience as a clinician, I believe the key to a positive therapy relationship is comfort and trust. My goal is to offer a caring and direct relationship that helps you make your life more meaningful/ less conflicted by building on your strengths and capacities. I use a combination of cognitive and relational thinking to help encourage curiosity into one's choices and to foster change. My clinical specialty areas are grief/bereavement and marital/couples/relationship work, with individuals as well as with couples/families. Importantly, I find the therapeutic connection is tender and, hopefully, life-changing.
(508) 290-8470 View (508) 290-8470
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Sasha Pansovoy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wayland, MA 01778  (Online Only)
I have extensive training and experience with helping teens and adults heal from trauma, relationship issues, loss, and life transitions.
Perhaps you feel discouraged and are seeking therapy because you have tried to make changes but haven’t noticed a difference. Maybe you continue to be impacted by overwhelming events from the past. You could be reaching out because you’re experiencing anxiety, sadness, disconnection from others, or difficulty with navigating life transitions and managing stress. Maybe you’ve noticed your child is having a hard time and are reaching out on their behalf. You may want to build up your self esteem and have more fulfilling relationships, or to feel more connected to yourself, to grow, and to enjoy life.
I have extensive training and experience with helping teens and adults heal from trauma, relationship issues, loss, and life transitions.
Perhaps you feel discouraged and are seeking therapy because you have tried to make changes but haven’t noticed a difference. Maybe you continue to be impacted by overwhelming events from the past. You could be reaching out because you’re experiencing anxiety, sadness, disconnection from others, or difficulty with navigating life transitions and managing stress. Maybe you’ve noticed your child is having a hard time and are reaching out on their behalf. You may want to build up your self esteem and have more fulfilling relationships, or to feel more connected to yourself, to grow, and to enjoy life.
(617) 826-9916 View (617) 826-9916
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Lisa Bearak Shuman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, BCD, QCSW, ACC
Verified Verified
Wayland, MA 01778
I treat depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, infertility, women's issues and life transitions.
I provide clients with a safe, supportive & respectful therapy/coaching experience. I’m there to listen. They can share “stories, past, present, life stresses/transition, mental health issues, family/couples goals” etc. I build upon clients strengths as we work together to achieve their goals. As a therapist & life coach I strive to provide my clients with a positive experience. Treatment concludes with them feeling better about themselves & having met "their goals”. The passion I felt when chose this field, early on in high school, still remains:). Through challenging times I’m grateful to be here, to help those in need.
I treat depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, infertility, women's issues and life transitions.
I provide clients with a safe, supportive & respectful therapy/coaching experience. I’m there to listen. They can share “stories, past, present, life stresses/transition, mental health issues, family/couples goals” etc. I build upon clients strengths as we work together to achieve their goals. As a therapist & life coach I strive to provide my clients with a positive experience. Treatment concludes with them feeling better about themselves & having met "their goals”. The passion I felt when chose this field, early on in high school, still remains:). Through challenging times I’m grateful to be here, to help those in need.
(857) 342-3268 View (857) 342-3268

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Katie Ginsburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02459  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients for February! I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been in the field for over 15 years. I have worked in medical settings, youth empowerment programs, social justice nonprofits, and most recently at Massachusetts General Hospital in the Department of Psychiatry. I most often work with clients around anxiety, relationship concerns, family dynamics, job stress, body image, major medical events/illness (including end of life), and substance use concerns. I've completed 200HR yoga teacher training and use mindfulness in my therapy practice if it's of interest to my client.
Accepting new clients for February! I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been in the field for over 15 years. I have worked in medical settings, youth empowerment programs, social justice nonprofits, and most recently at Massachusetts General Hospital in the Department of Psychiatry. I most often work with clients around anxiety, relationship concerns, family dynamics, job stress, body image, major medical events/illness (including end of life), and substance use concerns. I've completed 200HR yoga teacher training and use mindfulness in my therapy practice if it's of interest to my client.
(857) 219-2228 View (857) 219-2228
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Melanie Slattery
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Marlborough, MA 01752  (Online Only)
Welcome! I am taking new clients! I believe therapy should be a safe space to explore your past, present, and future and work towards healing and personal growth. I work with individuals to identify patterns, build personal insight, and explore challenging thoughts and feelings. My interest is mainly in working with adults with attachment issues, anxiety, relationship struggles, or trauma who are wanting to understand and explore life experiences to help work through stuck patterns. I also work with parents of young children, new parents, and soon to be parents on exploring one’s own attachment to improve parenting skills.
Welcome! I am taking new clients! I believe therapy should be a safe space to explore your past, present, and future and work towards healing and personal growth. I work with individuals to identify patterns, build personal insight, and explore challenging thoughts and feelings. My interest is mainly in working with adults with attachment issues, anxiety, relationship struggles, or trauma who are wanting to understand and explore life experiences to help work through stuck patterns. I also work with parents of young children, new parents, and soon to be parents on exploring one’s own attachment to improve parenting skills.
(351) 208-2368 View (351) 208-2368
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Jonathan Baum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02481  (Online Only)
After 20+ years working in the mental health field, I have seen firsthand that when you put yourself and your mental health first, all other elements of your life get better: relationships, work, family, and your overall emotional and physical wellbeing. In a chaotic world that often creates undue stress for everyone, finding a way to cope with life’s everyday issues is more important than ever. And an investment in your mental health is always worthwhile. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or anything else, I look forward to talking with you about how we can navigate the issues together.
After 20+ years working in the mental health field, I have seen firsthand that when you put yourself and your mental health first, all other elements of your life get better: relationships, work, family, and your overall emotional and physical wellbeing. In a chaotic world that often creates undue stress for everyone, finding a way to cope with life’s everyday issues is more important than ever. And an investment in your mental health is always worthwhile. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or anything else, I look forward to talking with you about how we can navigate the issues together.
(978) 643-9096 View (978) 643-9096
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Jill Stanzler-Katz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02459  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You may be here because your life is feeling pretty messy right now, overwhelming, and hard. Or maybe you’re feeling stuck and you don’t know how to get unstuck. Or past experiences and past trauma affect your daily life and your relationships. Or perhaps your relationship is not where you want it to be, and you long for it to be better..but you don’t know what to do next. Would you like to finally feel less overwhelmed and actually experience getting unstuck, so that you can see yourself in a different light? With a clearer perspective, that feels empowering, accepting and self-loving, with more calmness, balance and ease?
You may be here because your life is feeling pretty messy right now, overwhelming, and hard. Or maybe you’re feeling stuck and you don’t know how to get unstuck. Or past experiences and past trauma affect your daily life and your relationships. Or perhaps your relationship is not where you want it to be, and you long for it to be better..but you don’t know what to do next. Would you like to finally feel less overwhelmed and actually experience getting unstuck, so that you can see yourself in a different light? With a clearer perspective, that feels empowering, accepting and self-loving, with more calmness, balance and ease?
(617) 958-5390 View (617) 958-5390
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Claudia A Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02451
My style is warm and active (I ask questions and give feedback), while really using our relationship as one of our change 'tools'.
By interweaving different types of therapy, we collaborate towards your goals in a way that's effective and respectful of your time, energy and money. Each session can be useful - I track this carefully by asking for feedback and by giving choices on how we work together. The time in-between sessions also is used - through practice 'homework' we choose individually, as a couple or as a family, or through observation/thinking. This helps us to identify what helps you to change or restrains you from change - we can then work together from an attitude of curiosity rather than "shoulds".
My style is warm and active (I ask questions and give feedback), while really using our relationship as one of our change 'tools'.
By interweaving different types of therapy, we collaborate towards your goals in a way that's effective and respectful of your time, energy and money. Each session can be useful - I track this carefully by asking for feedback and by giving choices on how we work together. The time in-between sessions also is used - through practice 'homework' we choose individually, as a couple or as a family, or through observation/thinking. This helps us to identify what helps you to change or restrains you from change - we can then work together from an attitude of curiosity rather than "shoulds".
(617) 500-3838 View (617) 500-3838
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Yafit Zilberberg
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02456
I'm a licensed mental health clinician practicing in Brookline, MA. I work with individuals and couples presenting with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma, chronic illness and relationship challenges. I use strength based, relational, insight-oriented, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients explore their emotions and behaviors in a nonjudgmental way.
I'm a licensed mental health clinician practicing in Brookline, MA. I work with individuals and couples presenting with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, trauma, chronic illness and relationship challenges. I use strength based, relational, insight-oriented, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients explore their emotions and behaviors in a nonjudgmental way.
(617) 765-1184 View (617) 765-1184
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David Altabef
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02456
You want to talk about what's on your mind, but it's tough. You don't want someone to try to 'fix' you, give you unwanted advice, or make you feel judged. You want a confidential space where you can talk things out, reflect, and really be heard. I believe that you have a strong desire to grow and succeed within you, no matter how buried or blocked. You don't need people to tell you what to do, but maybe a space to slow down and make sense of things. I specialize in working with grad students, ADHD, men's issues, and relationship and interpersonal concerns. I also frequently provide support to other therapists.
You want to talk about what's on your mind, but it's tough. You don't want someone to try to 'fix' you, give you unwanted advice, or make you feel judged. You want a confidential space where you can talk things out, reflect, and really be heard. I believe that you have a strong desire to grow and succeed within you, no matter how buried or blocked. You don't need people to tell you what to do, but maybe a space to slow down and make sense of things. I specialize in working with grad students, ADHD, men's issues, and relationship and interpersonal concerns. I also frequently provide support to other therapists.
(413) 324-5068 View (413) 324-5068
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Ally Kuriloff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Acton, MA 01720  (Online Only)
I focus on helping clients develop meaningful, satisfying lives and relationships. While I tailor treatment to individual needs, my approach is generally collaborative, trauma informed, relational, and committed to social justice. I draw from a range of modalities and theories and bring experience with community mental health, family and couples/relationship therapy, and psychodynamic work.
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Tally Gershfield
Counselor, LMHC, MFT
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02459
Limited daytime availability- I am a licensed therapist practicing in Brookline, MA. I treat individuals and couples presenting with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, and relationship challenges. I use an integrative therapeutic approach, drawing on psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and dialectical behavioral techniques (DBT).
Limited daytime availability- I am a licensed therapist practicing in Brookline, MA. I treat individuals and couples presenting with a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, and relationship challenges. I use an integrative therapeutic approach, drawing on psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), and dialectical behavioral techniques (DBT).
(617) 405-3407 View (617) 405-3407
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Janet Strassman Perlmutter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Marlborough, MA 01752  (Online Only)
I specialize in relationships, including your relationship with yourself.
Everyone has within themselves the resources they need to feel better, function better, and engage in more rewarding relationships. But it doesn't always feel that way. My work is to help you clear the barriers to engaging with your inner strengths. No matter what you're struggling with, I'll help you focus on ways to know yourself better, honor your needs, communicate more productively, navigate conflicts more successfully, and manage times of transition with greater clarity, perspective, and hope. Learn how to better tolerate and even grow from your most unsettled parts as you develop trust and confidence in your inner wisdom.
I specialize in relationships, including your relationship with yourself.
Everyone has within themselves the resources they need to feel better, function better, and engage in more rewarding relationships. But it doesn't always feel that way. My work is to help you clear the barriers to engaging with your inner strengths. No matter what you're struggling with, I'll help you focus on ways to know yourself better, honor your needs, communicate more productively, navigate conflicts more successfully, and manage times of transition with greater clarity, perspective, and hope. Learn how to better tolerate and even grow from your most unsettled parts as you develop trust and confidence in your inner wisdom.
(978) 675-3802 View (978) 675-3802
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The Wholehearted Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02467  (Online Only)
You can develop new mindsets, abilities, and a new relationship with yourself.
Hi, I’m Michelle and I am glad you are here. I help conscientious women ages 20-45, who struggle with self esteem and confusion achieve clarity and confidence. Are you a young woman feeling confused and inadequate for the current life situations you face? Are you a mother and doubt your parenting? Are you a highly sensitive person and second guess yourself all the time, feeling like you are not as good as others think you are? Do you frequently compare yourself to others and feel you don’t measure up? Have you doubted your ability to skillfully navigate the relationships that matter most in your life?
You can develop new mindsets, abilities, and a new relationship with yourself.
Hi, I’m Michelle and I am glad you are here. I help conscientious women ages 20-45, who struggle with self esteem and confusion achieve clarity and confidence. Are you a young woman feeling confused and inadequate for the current life situations you face? Are you a mother and doubt your parenting? Are you a highly sensitive person and second guess yourself all the time, feeling like you are not as good as others think you are? Do you frequently compare yourself to others and feel you don’t measure up? Have you doubted your ability to skillfully navigate the relationships that matter most in your life?
(508) 388-1307 View (508) 388-1307
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Dr. Mitch and Lisa Marriages/Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02451
Mitch PsyD & Lisa Relationship Coach (30 Years) are truly very Caring Professional's having a Male/Female Perspective on your Relationship.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. sessions Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Mitch PsyD & Lisa Relationship Coach (30 Years) are truly very Caring Professional's having a Male/Female Perspective on your Relationship.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. sessions Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
(339) 330-3480 View (339) 330-3480
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Dr. Mitch and Lisa Marriages/Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02459
Mitch PsyD & Lisa Relationship Coach (30 Years) are truly very Caring Professional's having a Male/Female Perspective on your Relationship.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Mitch PsyD & Lisa Relationship Coach (30 Years) are truly very Caring Professional's having a Male/Female Perspective on your Relationship.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
(617) 286-3207 View (617) 286-3207
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Linda Kramer LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, MEd
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02465
I am an experienced, warm and insightful therapist. I work with adults across the life span. I am an active therapist, and I listen carefully. I am interested in supporting patients to understand themselves, their feelings, relationships, behaviors. I find that this understanding, along with the space to experience feelings, leads to the possibility of growth and change. I work with men and women, facing a broad range of personal, work, and family issues. I have often worked with people in their 20's and 30's who want to establish a successful intimate relationship.
I am an experienced, warm and insightful therapist. I work with adults across the life span. I am an active therapist, and I listen carefully. I am interested in supporting patients to understand themselves, their feelings, relationships, behaviors. I find that this understanding, along with the space to experience feelings, leads to the possibility of growth and change. I work with men and women, facing a broad range of personal, work, and family issues. I have often worked with people in their 20's and 30's who want to establish a successful intimate relationship.
(617) 702-2764 View (617) 702-2764
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Jessica Stahl
Psychologist, PhD, LP, HSP
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02494  (Online Only)
I also believe that a good therapeutic relationship is about "fit," so please do not hesitate to contact me if you want any additional information about me or my work.
My practice is currently focused primarily on adults (18+) who are navigating a career transition (returning to work after time out of the workforce, considering shifting to another line of work., etc.). I offer a 10-session telehealth group focused on helping participants figure out the answer to "what's next?". In addition, I take a limited number of adult clients for individual telehealth psychotherapy and/or career counseling. I have particular interest & experience in providing psychotherapy to therapists/therapists-in-training and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I also believe that a good therapeutic relationship is about "fit," so please do not hesitate to contact me if you want any additional information about me or my work.
My practice is currently focused primarily on adults (18+) who are navigating a career transition (returning to work after time out of the workforce, considering shifting to another line of work., etc.). I offer a 10-session telehealth group focused on helping participants figure out the answer to "what's next?". In addition, I take a limited number of adult clients for individual telehealth psychotherapy and/or career counseling. I have particular interest & experience in providing psychotherapy to therapists/therapists-in-training and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
(781) 517-9696 View (781) 517-9696
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W Rachel Krenis
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02481  (Online Only)
I am qualified and passionate about treating a variety of mental health concerns such as Anxiety and Depression, Family and Relationship Stress, Eating Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Grief and Life Transitional Support, Parenting Support, Women's Issues such as body image concerns, in addition to Substance Abuse Support.
Are you looking for culturally sensitive, creative therapy? I provide culturally sensitive support to individuals seeking virtual counseling for depression, anxiety, transitions, inner peace-finding, and life coaching and planning. I help my clients feel more comfortable within their own bodies and life. I specialize in women's issues, stress and relationship issues. I also support art therapy and helping clients create safe comfortable spaces for everyday living through home design planning. I also provide support to other mental health LMHC professionals who need supervision towards licensure.
I am qualified and passionate about treating a variety of mental health concerns such as Anxiety and Depression, Family and Relationship Stress, Eating Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Grief and Life Transitional Support, Parenting Support, Women's Issues such as body image concerns, in addition to Substance Abuse Support.
Are you looking for culturally sensitive, creative therapy? I provide culturally sensitive support to individuals seeking virtual counseling for depression, anxiety, transitions, inner peace-finding, and life coaching and planning. I help my clients feel more comfortable within their own bodies and life. I specialize in women's issues, stress and relationship issues. I also support art therapy and helping clients create safe comfortable spaces for everyday living through home design planning. I also provide support to other mental health LMHC professionals who need supervision towards licensure.
(774) 479-4199 View (774) 479-4199
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Tanya Gurevich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, JD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wellesley, MA 02481
Are you going through a divorce, facing a job loss or another stressful life transition? Are you seeking guidance on how to better parent your child or how to navigate a co-parenting relationship with an ex-spouse? Do you find yourself dealing with depression, anxiety, sadness or stress and are looking to talk to someone and help make sense of what you are feeling?
Are you going through a divorce, facing a job loss or another stressful life transition? Are you seeking guidance on how to better parent your child or how to navigate a co-parenting relationship with an ex-spouse? Do you find yourself dealing with depression, anxiety, sadness or stress and are looking to talk to someone and help make sense of what you are feeling?
(781) 558-9088 View (781) 558-9088
Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.