Revive Relationship Therapy Inc.

07/14/2025

✨ Feeling pulled in 12 directions this summer? You’re not alone. ✨

If you're a working woman trying to keep up with career demands and be present for your kids during their school break, summer can feel less like a vacation and more like a full-time juggling act.

Our latest blog, “Sun, Schedules, and Sanity: Summer Self-Care Strategies for the Working Woman Who’s Doing It All,” offers realistic, witty, and actually doable self-care tips to help you feel more grounded (and less like you're running on caffeine and chaos).

💡 Learn how to:
✔ Set boundaries without guilt
✔ Embrace the power of the micro-moment
✔ Let go of perfection and reclaim your peace
✔ Prioritize yourself without dropping the ball

Because you deserve to enjoy summer, too.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://www.revivelincolnpark.com/blog/sun-schedules-and-sanity-summer-self-care-strategies-for-the-working-woman-whos-doing-it-all

Discover practical and witty self-care strategies for working moms trying to juggle kids and careers during summer. Learn how to set boundaries, reclaim your time, and find calm amidst the chaos.

06/09/2025

🌞 Single This Summer? Let’s Talk.

Dating in the summer can be fun... until it’s not.

Between ghosting in flip-flops, emotional burnout, and the pressure to “make the most of it,” summer dating can take a real toll on your mental health. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, over it, or just plain exhausted from the apps, this one's for you.

We’re breaking down the mental health side of summer dating—what no one talks about but so many of us feel. Plus, tips for protecting your peace, dating with intention, and knowing when to take a break (yes, you’re allowed).

🧠💛 Read the full blog:
👉 https://revivelincolnpark.com/summer-dating-mental-health-guide

05/28/2025

Summer is coming… and so is the stress.

If you're already feeling overwhelmed by the thought of balancing summer break, childcare, work, and your sanity—you are so not alone.

Many women feel the pressure to be the camp counselor, snack goddess, and emotional cruise director for the entire house… and let’s be honest, it’s exhausting.

Our latest blog offers validation (yes, this is hard) and real strategies to help you survive summer with less stress—and maybe even a little joy.

🌿 Think: boundaries, quiet time, realistic expectations, and actual support.
☀️ You deserve a summer that feels good for you too.

Read now: https://revivelincolnpark.com/surviving-summer-mom-stress-guide
And if you're ready for more support, we’re here to help: https://revivelincolnpark.com/contact

04/30/2025

😱 Duh duh duhhhh… SUMMER IS COMING.

School’s out. The kids are in. All day. Every day.
Whether you’re working from home or full-time parenting, here’s how to stay (mostly) sane:

👩‍💻 Working Moms:

Color-coded schedules are your new BFF (include your meetings and snack breaks).

Noise-canceling headphones. Enough said.

Pick 1 special activity per day (5-minute dance party counts!).

👩‍👧‍👦 Stay-at-Home Moms:

Theme days = less brain fog (e.g., “Takeout Tuesday,” “Water Wednesday”).

Mandatory quiet time. Not a suggestion. A rule.

Rotate toys or crafts to keep boredom meltdowns at bay.

🌈 For all moms:

You don’t need to make summer magical.

You can say “not right now.”

You’re doing great, even when it’s loud, messy, and a little too sticky.

We see you. You’ve got this. Cue dramatic music.

04/24/2025

🌸 Spring Reset: 3 Simple Ways to Renew Your Spirit 🌸

Spring is nature’s way of reminding us—we’re allowed to begin again. Here’s how to make space for a gentle, grounded reset:

🌿 Clear One Small Space
A drawer, a shelf, a corner of your mind. Letting go, even a little, makes room for clarity and calm.

✨ Create a Daily Pause
Take five minutes just for you—sit in the sun, journal one thought, sip tea in silence. Small rituals make a big difference.

💗 Speak Kindly to Yourself
Shift your inner voice. Trade “I should be doing more” for “I’m doing my best.” Compassion is powerful.

This season, give yourself permission to grow gently. You don’t have to bloom all at once. 🌷

04/14/2025

🧠 When OCD and Motherhood Collide…

If you're a mom with OCD tendencies, you're probably juggling 37 tabs in your brain while wondering if you unplugged the curling iron.

Here’s your reminder:

✨ Perfect isn’t the goal. Present is.
✨ Double-checking the diaper bag for the 5th time isn’t peace — it’s anxiety in disguise.
✨ Your child needs you, not a spotless home or color-coded calendar.

OCD thrives on control — motherhood laughs in the face of it. Therapy can help you find calm in the chaos (and maybe let the dishes wait).

You don’t have to carry the mental load alone.

04/11/2025

✨ New on the blog! ✨

Are you constantly saying “It’s probably my fault” even when logically you know it’s not? 🙋‍♀️

Self-blame can sneak into our thoughts dressed as responsibility, humility, or “just being considerate”—especially for women who’ve been taught to carry everyone’s emotions but their own.

In our latest post, we’re diving into: ➡️ Why self-blaming thinking is so common among women
➡️ How it’s connected to perfectionism, people-pleasing, and old stories
➡️ Practical, compassionate tips to finally stop carrying guilt that doesn’t belong to you

You don’t have to take the fall for everything. You’re allowed to be human—and kind to yourself at the same time. 💛

👇 Read the full blog here: https://www.revivelincolnpark.com/blog/the-weight-of-blame-how-self-blaming-thinking-impacts-women-and-how-to-shift-it
And if you’re ready to rewrite that inner narrative, we’re here to help → https://www.revivelincolnpark.com/contact

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03/20/2025

🌿 Exciting News! Revive Relationship Therapy Has a New Home Online! 🌿

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website! 🎉 Whether you're looking for support in navigating relationships, managing anxiety, overcoming self-doubt, or simply seeking a space to feel heard and understood, our team at Revive Relationship Therapy is here for you.

✨ What You’ll Find on Our New Site:
🔹 Easy online booking for therapy sessions
🔹 Resources and blog posts to support your mental health
🔹 Information about our team and approach
🔹 A welcoming space to start your journey toward healing

Your mental and emotional well-being matters. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to start therapy, consider this it! 💙

📲 Visit us now: https://revivelincolnpark.com

We can’t wait to connect with you! 💬 Tag a friend who might benefit from our services, and help us spread the word.

Struggling to balance it all? Expert women’s therapy and relationship counseling in Chicago and virtually across Illinois, designed for your busy life. Book a free consultation today!

03/18/2025

Our practice has launched our beautiful new website and we're sooo excited!!!

Revive Relationship Therapy helps modern women navigate relationships, anxiety, and life transitions. In-person in Chicago’s Lincoln Park & online across Illinois via Telehealth.

03/13/2025

Are You Stuck in a Pursuer Cycle?

Do you feel like you're always the one chasing connection while your partner pulls away? The harder you try, the more distant they become—leaving you anxious, frustrated, and unheard.

💡 Breaking the Cycle Starts Here:
✔️ Pause & check in with yourself before reaching out.
✔️ Express needs with openness, not just frustration.
✔️ Give space without withdrawing completely.
✔️ Shift focus to your own self-care & emotional balance.

You don’t have to keep chasing to feel loved. If this pattern feels familiar, we’re here to help. 💛

📞 Contact us today to start changing the way you connect.
https://revivelincolnpark.com

02/25/2025

💤 Mama, You Need Sleep Too 😴

You make sure your kids eat their veggies, finish their homework, and (eventually) get to bed… but what about you?

When kids don’t get enough sleep, their emotions run wild, meltdowns multiply, and anxiety creeps in. And let’s be real—when you don’t get enough sleep? The mental load feels heavier, patience runs thinner, and everything feels just a little more overwhelming.

Prioritizing your child’s sleep isn’t just for their well-being—it’s for yours too. Create a bedtime routine that works for them, then give yourself permission to rest. You can’t pour from an empty cup (or survive on caffeine alone).

Tonight, let’s reclaim sleep—because a well-rested mama is a powerhouse. 💙

02/19/2025

Winter Self-Care: Because Hibernation is a Lifestyle Choice ❄️✨

The days are short, the nights are long, and your motivation to do anything may be in the same state as your houseplants—wilting. If winter has you feeling like an exhausted extra in a snowstorm scene, here’s your permission slip to lean into self-care (without guilt).

🔥 Light Therapy, Literally & Figuratively – Open your blinds, soak in whatever daylight you can, and if the sun refuses to cooperate, invest in a light therapy lamp. Also, light a candle that smells like "cozy cabin in the woods" and bask in the vibes.

☕ Hydration, but Make it Fun – Your body still needs water, even when you’re not sweating through summer. Herbal teas, warm lemon water, and a well-timed hot cocoa (because self-care) count too.

🛁 Warm Up, Slow Down – Whether it’s a steaming bath, fuzzy socks, or a blanket cocoon situation, prioritize comfort. Your nervous system will thank you.

💙 Move, Even When You Don't Want To – Not for calorie-burning, but for sanity-preserving. A slow stretch, a living room dance session, or a walk bundled up like a stylish marshmallow will do wonders for your mood.

Most importantly? Give yourself grace. Winter is a season of rest and renewal—so embrace the slowness, prioritize what nourishes you, and remember that spring always comes back. 🌿

What’s your go-to winter self-care ritual? Drop it in the comments! 👇