Erotic transference is one of the most misunderstood—and often most feared—phenomena in psychotherapy. When sexual or romantic feelings emerge toward a therapist, clients may feel confused, ashamed, or worried that something has gone wrong. Therapists, too, can feel anxious about how to respond appropriately. Yet from a therapeutic perspective, erotic transference is neither unusual nor pathological. When handled ethically and skillfully, it can become a powerful doorway into

Internal Family Systems (IFS) offers a powerful and compassionate framework for understanding and healing codependency. Rather than viewing codependency as a flaw or character weakness, IFS sees it as a collection of protective parts doing their best to keep the person safe and connected. Codependency  often shows up as chronic self-sacrifice, people-pleasing, anxiety about others’ emotions, and difficulty setting boundaries. On the surface, it looks like someone who is “too

Introduction: Love That Lasts—By Design, Not Luck Healthy relationships don’t simply happen by chance. They are cultivated intentionally through understanding, trust, and shared growth. However, even strong couples can lose their connection amid the stresses of modern life. The Gottman Method  offers a structured, research-based pathway to restore communication, deepen intimacy, and create lasting emotional resilience between partners. At InSight Therapy , we integrate the Go

Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy offers a compassionate, non-pathologizing approach to understanding and healing addiction. Rather...

Infidelity is one of the most painful and destabilizing experiences in intimate relationships. It can feel like a betrayal so profound that it calls into question everything we thought we knew about our partner, our bond, and even ourselves. Yet, as psychotherapist Esther Perel suggests, perhaps there’s more to infidelity than meets the eye. Instead of viewing it solely through the lens of moral failure or personal inadequacy, she invites us to explore it as a complex and lay