Kelly Chicas
MS, LPCC, NCC, CRS
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Relationship Expert
Kelly Chicas Quick Facts
- Main Areas
- Affairs, Infidelity, Cyber Affairs, Emotional Infidelity
- Affiliation
- ACA, APA, NMCA
I am a Board Certified, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and the Owner of Albuquerque Family Counseling, an innovative and supportive service designed for the wellness of families and individuals in the Albuquerque metro area.
My advice and expertise as a relationship expert has also been featured in the Albuquerque journal, Boomer Magazine, SAGE, Psychotherapy Finances, KOAT and KOBTV channels.
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The Dirt on Dating after Divorce
You're recently divorced. You married your high school sweetheart and haven't been on a date in 25 years. At the end of your marriage, there certainly weren't many romantic sparks, and now you feel really out of touch with your romantic and sensual side. Maybe you've been on a few blind dates, dabbled in online dating and even checked out the health club. But your nerves are frayed, your self confidence is low, and the whole idea of dating again knocks you for a loop. Whether you are a man or a woman, getting back into the dating game is not for the faint hearted.
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The Place Nobody Wants To Be: Limboland
Limboland- we've all heard the phrase "I'm in limbo". But what exactly does it mean? Limbo is frequently used to describe a temporary state- a lack of movement either forwards or backwards. In life, and in relationships, one thing is certain- being in limbo is darn uncomfortable.
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Night On, Night Off
As a couple’s therapist, my social acquaintances are always asking my opinion on their relationships. While ethically I cannot give advice outside of the scope of my practice, we are still able to have some fun and light conversations about the state of relationships in general. I am always curious as to what keeps couples together, and will ask my social group what successes they have had with their own partners.
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I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change
How often have you heard the phrase “opposites attract”? This principle is based on the idea that we are attracted to other people not because they are similar to us, but because they possess certain talents, skills, and qualities we lack. When we are fascinated with someone, we often hope that their strengths and talents will become our own, on an unconscious level we want to possess those qualities that we lack. Our hope is that our own strengths and abilities will in turn, complement the relationship.
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V-Day- the Most Stressful Day of the Year
When you are in a committed relationship, Valentine's Day is the most important day of the entire year. You should show your undying love for each other and celebrate the magnificent connection that you have through spending large amounts of money on flowers, candy and jewelry. You should be planning the entire day's event months in advance, and spending a huge amount of time on making sure that each and every detail is taken care of. Be forewa ed; if you are not doing everything that you possibly can to make your partner feel incredibly special then you will probably crush their heart.
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McDonalds Sex
Is your sex life like McDonalds? Filling, but full of empty calories? Satisfying, but nothing special? Let's face it, we all go to McDonalds occasionally, but if you eat nothing but a plain hamburger every day, you probably need to branch out to something more appetizing, like a Double McRib sometimes. If your sex life also seems like an old, stale cheeseburger, maybe it's time for you to review what's going on in your relationship sexually. Here are a few questions to ask yourself:
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What is Happiness? Change Your Mind, Change Your Life
What is happiness? If you are thinking of changing your life for the better, one way is start identifying your goals. What version of happiness or well-being are you looking for? This might be any combination of the following: -Sense of Freedom -Self Esteem -Self Confidence -Purpose in Life -Satisfying Relationships
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