Relationships should be built on trust, respect, and equality. Unfortunately, some partners exhibit controlling behaviors that can damage your well-being and independence. Recognizing these warning ...

In my years as a psychologist and now as a mental health podcast host, I've long since learned that stereotypes don't apply when it comes to controlling partners. Toxic relationships can sneak up on ...

Many patients have come to me hopelessly engulfed in a relationship that is draining their life force and diminishing their sense of self. They are involved with intensely controlling partners who ...