<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Great Lakes Counseling Group]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover who you are.!  We offer counseling to couples and individuals who find it challenging to navigate their attention and emotional regulation.  ]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/advice</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 05:46:19 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Finding Support for Your Relationship Without Breaking the Bank]]></title><description><![CDATA[In today's fast-paced world, maintaining a healthy relationship can be challenging. Couple conflicts are common, and many couples seek...]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/finding-support-for-your-relationship-without-breaking-the-bank</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67f3d18835b34a65d268c20b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 17:13:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ad6512_7dd6f480b9354ff58d6732e032d67d37~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce: Icons of Young Love]]></title><description><![CDATA[The world’s enchantment with the romance between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce warms my heart.  I’m a hopeless romantic and, as such, I’m ]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/taylor-swift-and-travis-kelce</link><guid isPermaLink="false">657fc70565bda03739ce18a4</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2025 02:18:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ad6512_883a569bbef74802bf663f9d2bd8907f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trust Matters: Mastering the Art of Building Trust in Relationships]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to "Trust Matters: Mastering the Art of Building Trust in Relationships," a comprehensive 4-part series designed to explore, strengt]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/trust-matters-mastering-the-art-of-building-trust-in-relationships</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65933ca61980750d0b9f5aa8</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><category><![CDATA[Self Confidence Advice]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 15 Mar 2025 19:54:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ad6512_66506828ba5a439483cbcbb96b7a8fc4~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Affordable Couples Counseling Resources for Partners Seeking Guidance]]></title><description><![CDATA[This post will explore affordable resources and practical strategies that couples can utilize to strengthen their bond and resolve issues ef]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/affordable-couples-counseling-resources</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67c5b82a44bc4a713bdfd20e</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 09 Mar 2025 18:13:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ad6512_2585c2ff5b2e4efc994e818f78d00afd~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Have No Sex Drive and My Husband Is Mad: What It Means &#38; What to Do]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is your husband upset about no sex? Here's how to fix it without guilt or shame.]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/i-have-no-sex-drive-my-husband-is-mad</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67a02740f6468bbbe311ebe1</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><category><![CDATA[Self Confidence Advice]]></category><category><![CDATA[Anxiety and Depression Advice]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 02 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ad6512_bc6603f22c9c4ecd88b4aa9ccc5a488e~mv2.gif/v1/fit/w_320,h_180,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Sexless Marriage is Killing Me! Understanding Your Sexless Marriage and Fixing it For Good!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whether you’re the pursuer or the one who turns your spouse down if sex is something you want to fix, this is the right place for you! ]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/my-sexless-marriage-is-killing-me</link><guid isPermaLink="false">638e6f72848a1cd91e585413</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 22:47:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ad6512_e393f36679294dcab893f59c1ca16468~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_800,h_533,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foundations of Trust: Understanding Its Role in Strengthening Relationships]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whether you're in the early stages of a partnership, navigating a rough patch, or simply looking to deepen your connection, understanding th]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/foundations-of-trust-understanding-its-role-in-strengthening-relationships</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6593642fe50533f24970acb7</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jan 2024 21:55:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ad6512_5b59680f61e94be0a922b3b0d03b3743~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[I Hate My Husband!  3 Coping Strategies For Relationships Nearing A Breakup]]></title><description><![CDATA[I Hate My Husband... Feelings of disdain or resentment toward your spouse can be overwhelming and isolating, but you're not alone. The...]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/i-hate-my-husband-3-coping-strategies-for-relationships-nearing-a-breakup</link><guid isPermaLink="false">651e0f493dff6d59d686c9b3</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 07 Oct 2023 01:44:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_b7a86ae92ba44e57add078c9252d087a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What To Do If You Have A Sexless Relationship - Part 3 of My Sexless Marriage is Killing Me!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Part 3 of 3; My Sexless Marriage is Killing Me!  is a 3-part series that explores the anatomy of the sexless marriage.  The ideal audience is married or committed couples who want to take their sex lives from dead to divine!  Understand your sexless marriage and fix it for good! Part 1:  My Sexless Marriage is Killing Me! Understanding Your Sexless Marriage and Fixing it For Good! Part 2: How To Build Sexual Confidence In A Sexless Marriage]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/what-to-do-if-you-have-a-sexless-relationship</link><guid isPermaLink="false">639fa03c1071dd42221149d6</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 18 Dec 2022 23:59:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_b76783efa8d149e296a3cb72538731bf~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How To Build Sexual Confidence in a Sexless Marriage - Part 2 of My Sexless Marriage is Killing Me!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Part 1:  My Sexless Marriage is Killing Me! Understanding Your Sexless Marriage and Fixing it For Good! The Sexless Marriage Feeling down...]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/how-to-build-sexual-confidence-in-a-sexless-marriage-part-2-of-4</link><guid isPermaLink="false">639a2445c13c793edd65ecc0</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 20:57:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_00c2e486cb974ee686810ef9b82b912d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part 4: Affair Recovery and Successful Reconciliation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Blueprint to Reconciliation After Infidelity is a series to help couples reconcile after infidelity.  ]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/part-4-affair-recovery-successful-reconciliation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">63560b453262e8889c41a11c</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2022 18:33:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e22300_67587dcfc1254a939d3de086679cb56c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 Common Marriage Reconciliation Mistakes to Avoid after Infidelity]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are 10 common marriage reconciliation mistakes to avoid after infidelity and I want to help you steer clear of them!  There is an art ]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/10-common-marriage-reconciliation-mistakes-to-avoid-after-infidelity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6351eedb10c0dba9c2e10809</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2022 15:46:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/82f601_1c9ea5f4c9f4494ca72916bc908ce3ce~mv2_d_5760_3840_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part 3:  Affair Recovery for Partners A and B]]></title><description><![CDATA[Experience a Couple's Path to Healing: How Affair Recovery Counseling Can Rebuild Trust, Communication, and Love in Your Relationship]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/blueprint-in-action-affair-recovery-for-partners-a-and-b</link><guid isPermaLink="false">63560039f8b07a3d4f762b67</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2022 03:09:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e22300_feb3139976c04ca6a05b9622452738bf~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part 2: Reconciliation After Infidelity - Exploring Path 3 ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Part 2 of 4 of Blueprint to Reconciliation after Infidelity Blueprint to Reconciliation After Infidelity is a series to help couples reconcile after infidelity.  I lay out the three paths to walk for couples after an affair is discovered: Path 3 is successful reconciliation.  I'll use the affair of Partner A and Partner B to help the reader understand the process, and as a bonus, I'll include common mistakes in affair recovery. 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It's helpful to understand what topics might come up]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/15-premarital-counseling-questions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">62f25bd43ec03a548219698f</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 09 Aug 2022 13:11:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ad6512_81fea7fc363f4be38cceb2b784645599~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 Fail-Proof Ways to Respond to Stonewalling in a Relationship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stonewalling, also known as the silent treatment, can seriously jeopardize your relationship.]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/7-fail-proof-ways-to-respond-to-stonewalling-in-a-relationship</link><guid isPermaLink="false">62e70f27f9ed8efb7da60472</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2022 23:31:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_67716567616c663339574d~mv2_d_5184_3456_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 Communication Issues Damaging Your Relationship]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're in a long-term relationship, you're probably no stranger to conflict. Of course, it's normal for couples to have arguments. But...]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/communication-issues-damaging-your-relationship</link><guid isPermaLink="false">62c99ba87636f19788878dca</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 09 Jul 2022 15:32:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_3337afe9d99345d5bb021c77449c08d9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Make Up After a Fight: A Complete Guide (2023)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you ever had an argument with your partner that left you seething with rage? Are you left with the sting of hurtful words and...]]></description><link>https://terrikern.wixsite.com/mysite-1/post/how-to-make-up-after-a-fight</link><guid isPermaLink="false">62b0f316e64de210ae430ae4</guid><category><![CDATA[The Best Relationship Advice]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2022 22:27:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d06c71_557d1ae520f74a408b3169b95426b990~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Terri Kern, Clinical Counselor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Complete Guide to LGBT Couples Counseling (2022) ]]></title><description><![CDATA[For LGBT couples, counseling often goes beyond the scope of “traditional” couples therapy. Here’s everything you need to know. 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