Alison York, LCMHC

07/11/2026

Recovery changes far more than the person who stops drinking. It changes the entire relationship.

When one partner gets sober, old patterns shift, emotions that were once numbed begin to surface, and couples often find themselves asking, "Who are we now?"

In my newest article, When One Person Gets Sober: How Recovery Changes a Marriage, I explore why recovery can strengthen a relationship for some couples, challenge it for others, and what healthy healing can look like for both partners.

I hope it offers encouragement and insight to anyone navigating this journey.

When one partner gets sober, the entire relationship changes. Learn how recovery affects trust, communication, intimacy, and healing in marriage.

07/06/2026

New in the Relationship Resource Library: Should I Stay or Should I Go? How to Know When Your Marriage Is Worth Saving

If you've been asking yourself whether to keep fighting for your relationship or whether it's time to let go, you're not alone.

Most couples reach a point where they wonder, "Is this just a rough season...or are we no longer right for each other?" The answer is rarely as simple as staying or leaving.

In my newest article, "Should I Stay or Should I Go? How to Know When Your Marriage Is Worth Saving," I explore the signs that a relationship still has a foundation to rebuild—and the warning signs that deserve honest attention.

If you're feeling stuck, uncertain, or emotionally exhausted, I hope this article offers clarity and a place to begin.

Read the full article here:

Should you stay or leave your marriage? Discover the questions to ask, the warning signs to notice, and how to know if your relationship can recover.

07/01/2026

New in the Relationship Resource Library: Why do Smart Couples Keep Having the Same Argument?

Why do loving, intelligent couples keep having the *same* argument over and over again?

Most recurring conflicts aren't really about the dishes, money, s*x, or who's right. They're driven by deeper emotional patterns that keep couples stuck in the same painful cycle.

In my newest article, "Why Smart Couples Keep Having the Same Argument," I explain why these patterns happen and, more importantly, how couples can begin to break free of them.

If you've ever thought, "How are we having this conversation again?" this one's for you.

Read the full article here:

Why do couples keep having the same argument? Discover the hidden emotional patterns behind recurring fights and practical ways to break the cycle and reconnect.

10/05/2022

I am now available for Teletherapy for clients in the Carolinas. You can reach me at 803-318-0118 or [email protected]. www.alisonyork.net

11/11/2021

These will immediately help your partner feel more heard and seen while simultaneously training yourself to let go of the need to be right.

Meticulous communication is an art.

05/27/2020

Do you or someone you know need extra support during such a transitional time of separation or divorce? Join me for my weekly online women's support group.

04/14/2020

Bull City Psychotherapy, the group practice I'm a part of is offering free online support meetings for healthcare and first responders. Please share!

Please share this resource and FREE support groups for first responders and those on the frontlines!

04/14/2020

We often "hire out" responsibilities that are our own. Here's a helpful reminder...