Raffi Bilek, LCSW-C
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Co-authored Articles (15)
How to
Comfort Your Girlfriend when She Is Upset
When your girlfriend is upset, there are two parts to comforting her. She will need to feel emotional support through the things you say. Also, she will need to feel secured through the physical support that you give her...
12 Things to Do When Your Boyfriend Is Mad at You
It's completely normal for partners to get angry at each other sometimes—no relationship is perfect. If your boyfriend is currently mad at you, don't panic! Check out our list of tips to help you fix things with your g...
What to Do If Your Husband Is Texting Another Woman (And Should You Confront Her?)
Finding out that your husband has been texting another woman can be extremely hurtful. You might be tempted to say something to the other woman—but will doing so really help anything? In this article, we’ve tackled s...
How to
Deal With Being Caught Cheating on a Test
When it comes to cheating in school, the techniques– and motivations– are numerous. Between the increase in both technology and academic pressures, students are finding and utilizing new ways to ace their exams. If y...
Is It Okay for Your Husband to Text Female Friends? Learn What's Fine and Where to Draw the Line
It’s important to set boundaries in any relationship, but especially in a marriage. If your husband has female friends, you might see him texting them occasionally, which is probably fine. However, there may come a poi...
How to Fix a Marriage After a Sexting Affair
Is it possible to recover your marriage after one partner sexts someone else? The emotional fallout and broken trust feel devastating, but the damage doesn’t have to be permanent. Healing will take time and patience, b...
How to
Stop Being Jealous of Your Partner's Ex
Jealousy in a relationship is totally normal, but it’s still a really painful experience—especially when it’s directed at your partner’s ex. Looking at the ex’s photos and life updates can make you forget what ...
How to
Cheer Up Your Boyfriend Long Distance
It can be hard to know how to cheer up your boyfriend when he's thousands of miles away. All you want to do is give him a big hug and tell him that it's all going to be alright! Luckily, there are so many ways you can sh...
How to Apply to Get a Free Tablet from Government Programs
Get a free or discounted tablet to use at home or in the classroomTo apply for a free or reduced-price tablet from the government, apply for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). Everyone who is already enrolled in...
How to
Deal with a Girlfriend Who Is Jealous of Your Family
If your girlfriend gets a little twitchy or acts out when you’re hanging out with your family, it can be a little confusing for you. It’s possible that your girlfriend is jealous of your family and wants to keep you ...
How to
Get Closure Without Contact
When a relationship ends, getting that final closure can help you wrap things up in a neat bow and put them behind you. But when you two aren’t on speaking terms, how do you get that closure? While you may never be abl...
How to
Spy on Text Messages
Text messages are increasingly used in court as evidence in both civil (e.g. divorce) and criminal proceedings. Whether you suspect a significant other's infidelity or want to monitor your child's cell phone use, spying ...
How to
Cope when a Long Term Relationship Ends Suddenly
All breakups are hard, but they can hurt even more when you don't see it coming. While it might not seem like it right now, there are ways you can cope with your long term relationship ending and get on the path to heali...
Why Does My Husband Get Texts from Dating Sites?
No one wants to find dating site texts on their husband's phone, but don't let yourself panic. It's increasingly common to have personal information stolen or sold to third parties like dating sites that try to make mone...
How to
Get Used to Dating a Nice Guy
If you’re constantly falling for “Mr. Wrong,” it can feel strange to suddenly date a nice guy. Actual nice guys are kind, respectful, and loving, which is usually a great foundation for a relationship. In many ways...
