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Are you looking for something intimate and sexually satisfying but don’t want the commitment of a relationship? Inspired by the Friends with Benefits (FWB), Gen-Z has invented a new not-so-romantic arrangement called the situationship. It is an undefined romantic...

Are you a stay-at-home and are getting into depression because of a monotonous, tiring routine? Read this blog to know how you can cope with this form of depression. Are you a stay-at-home mom? The first thing we want to say to you is; you’re doing great, momma! It’s...

Do you struggle to make a strong connection with another person, may it be your colleague, friend, professor, or spouse? There may be psychological trauma of unmet childhood needs that haunt you and prevent you from forming meaningful relationships. Learn below how...

Having conversations about sexuality with teens can be a daunting task and a challenging topic for many parents or guardians, but it is essential to educate them and help them make informed decisions. Here are some tips to help you navigate the conversations about...

Infidelity can feel like an earthquake in a relationship—shaking the very foundation you thought was secure. Whether the betrayal was emotional, physical, or both, it often leaves behind a storm of pain, confusion, and doubt. One of the hardest questions partners face...

You’ve had a long day. You answered dozens of emails, sat through multiple meetings, juggled parenting, work, or errands—and now you’re standing in front of your fridge wondering what to eat for dinner. The idea of making one more decision feels like too much. If this...

Feeling afraid that someone might leave you, pull away, or reject you isn’t uncommon—but when those fears become persistent or shape your relationships, it may be a sign of deeper abandonment wounds. At Cook Counseling, we often work with individuals who don’t...

We’ve all heard the term “helicopter parent”—maybe even used it in frustration or jest. But what does it really mean, and how can you tell if it applies to your own experience or parenting style? At Cook Counseling, we see how these parenting patterns can shape...

Parenting is one of the most rewarding—and most challenging—roles a person can take on. Every decision feels important, from what you feed your child to how you respond when they misbehave. At the heart of many of these decisions lies your parenting style, the...

When people hear the word “autism,” they often think of classic traits like difficulty with social interactions, sensory sensitivities, or rigid routines.  But there’s a lesser-known profile of autism that looks a little different—Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)....