As important as physical touch is for relationship well-being, new research suggests that feeling aligned may matter more than having identical needs. Physical touch is widely believed to be one of ...

Years ago, when I was in my 20s and a newly trained therapist, I was struggling with my romantic life. I communicated. I reflected. I tried to do things “right.” I was a therapist, for goodness’ sake.

A significant minority of patients seen in consultation for psychotherapy present with chronic relational instability: a longstanding pattern of chaotic, tumultuous interpersonal relationships. Many ...