Anita Chlipala
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Anita uses relationship science to give practical advice that brings results. She is frequently quoted in the media, and has been featured in Oprah Magazine, The Today Show, Dr. Oz, Cosmopolitan, People, Men’s Health Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar, Brides, and many more.
Anita is a licensed marriage & family therapist (LMFT) and received her Master’s degree in the nationally accredited Marital & Family therapy program from the University of San Diego. She works with singles, individuals, and couples.
Anita’s book, First Comes Us, The Busy Couple’s Guide to Lasting Love, is available on Amazon.
Posts by Anita
One evening my boyfriend came over, and stopped at Chipotle on his way to bring me some dinner. He texted me to see what I wanted. My brief responses of “chicken taco” and “you know what I want” apparently didn’t … Continue reading →
Read moreOne of the things that I tell all of my clients who are dating is that you want to put in the work upfront so that you choose a good partner. What does this mean for a relationship? It means … Continue reading →
Read moreHave you ever had – what you considered – a great date, and then you never heard from the guy again? Then you start thinking about everything that you said, how you “blew it,” what you did to scare him … Continue reading →
Read moreI received a question from a reader: Dear Anita, I’m in a 5-month relationship with my boyfriend. Things were great in the beginning but it’s been rocky the last couple of months. We’ve been arguing more and I don’t hear … Continue reading →
Read moreA common problem presented to me is, “Anita, I love my partner, but I’m just not in love with them anymore.” Usually my clients don’t realize that they were active participants in falling out of love by the choices they … Continue reading →
Read moreRelationships have their ups and downs. If yours could use some tweaking, here are 7 ways to boost your relationship:
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