Why Does Betrayal From a Partner Feel Like Physical Pain?

Sep 23, 2026

Why Does Betrayal From a Partner Feel Like Physical Pain? Written by Lindsay Liben, LCSWFounder of Liben Psychotherapy + Psychotherapist Betrayal from a partner can feel physically painful because an experience that threatens an important relationship can affect both...

What Should I Actually Ask a Therapist in My First Session?

Sep 23, 2026

What Should I Actually Ask a Therapist in My First Session? Written by Lindsay Liben, LCSWFounder of Liben Psychotherapy + Psychotherapist A good first therapy session should feel less like a test and more like a conversation where you get to ask questions too. Some...

Are You More Like Roommates Than Partners? Signs to Look For

Sep 20, 2026

Are You More Like Roommates Than Partners? Signs to Look For Written by Lindsay Liben, LCSWFounder of Liben Psychotherapy + Psychotherapist Updated: 09/21/2026 When day-to-day logistics like schedules, chores, and bills take over most of your conversations, it is easy...

Therapist Q&A with Cortney Simmons

Sep 4, 2026

Meet Courtney Simmons, LMSW, one of the therapists at Liben Psychotherapy. In this Q&A, Courtney shares her approach to holding space without judgment, what mindfulness looks like beyond meditation and yoga, and why understanding a client’s culture,...