7 Easy Ways to Mix Up Your Dating Routine in 2021

Posted on February 18, 2021 by Rachel Dack

For most single individuals, dating in 2020 felt like unprecedented territory as COVID-19 completely shook things up. 2021 is finally here! It’s an opportunity to revamp your dating life, set new goals, and increase your motivation to go after what you want.

For my tips on how to mix up your dating routine in 2021, click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships. 

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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How to Get on the Same Page as Your Date About COVID-19 Safety

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Rachel Dack

If anxiety about COVID-19 is interfering with your dating life, but you’d like to continue dating and meeting new people, know that you can take action to get on the same page and date as safely as possible.

For my tips on how to communicate with your date during COVID-19 and plan comfortable dates, click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships. 

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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8 Safe Fall and Winter Date Ideas During COVID-19

Posted on December 15, 2020 by Rachel Dack

There is no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the dating landscape. If you are wondering how to keep up with dating during the pandemic and winter months, know there are a lot of fun things you can do outside or virtually.

For my 8 safe fall and winter date ideas during COVID-19, click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships. 

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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6 Ways Not to Lose Yourself in a New Relationship

Posted on December 1, 2020 by Rachel Dack

If you feel like you can’t get enough of the new person in your life, this article is for you. It can be so tempting to let the early stages of dating distract you from the rest of your life and it can be challenging to manage intoxicating feelings for someone new, but it is really important to ensure you don’t lose yourself in your new relationship.

For my six tips on not losing yourself in your new relationship, click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships. 

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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5 Tips to Ensure You Have Healthy Relationship Standards

Posted on October 30, 2020 by Rachel Dack

On your search for a partner, it’s important to find a healthy middle ground between having unrealistically high standards and not being selective enough. Ensuring you have healthy standards is an essential part of successful dating.

To learn more about developing and applying healthy and appropriate standards, click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships. 

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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5 Tips for Breaking Up During COVID-19

Posted on October 9, 2020 by Rachel Dack

Breaking up is hard enough. Add in a pandemic and lots of potential logistical challenges.

Click here to check out my tips for breaking up during COVID-19 and read my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships. 

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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6 Relationship Tips After Having a Baby

Posted on July 18, 2020 by Rachel Dack

Did you know that many parents/couples report a decrease in marital satisfaction after having a baby? Having a baby is a massive identity shift that changes your relationship with your partner.

These changes don’t have to be a negative thing. With healthy expectations, stress management and decision-making tools in place, and mutual effort, you can ensure that you and your partner stay connected during this life-changing and emotional time.

Click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships. 

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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5 Tips for a Healthy and Thriving Sexual Relationship During COVID-19

Posted on June 23, 2020 by Rachel Dack

Many people in relationships are reporting a decrease in sex drive or frequency of sex due to the stress of COVID-19. Since stress plays a major role in sexuality, including sex drive and desire, it makes sense that some couples are struggling with sex during the pandemic. After hearing many clients share their concerns with me, I decided to write an article on how to have a healthy sex life during COVID-19.

Click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships. 

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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5 Strategies to Thrive in Your Relationship or Marriage During COVID-19

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Rachel Dack

Even the happiest of couples are in new relationship/marriage territory due to COVID-19. Life feels far from normal as social distancing and quarantines continue. Therefore, it’s important to find ways to not only survive but thrive during the coronavirus pandemic.

Click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships. 

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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5 Dating Tips for the Coronavirus Pandemic

Posted on April 20, 2020 by Rachel Dack

The coronavirus pandemic has completely changed how people are dating. Social distancing, quarantines, anxiety about germs, and restrictions have decreased opportunities for IRL (in real life) meetings and dates.

If you’re single, you may be wondering how you can keep up with dating. I have five tips to help you navigate dating during these very challenging and anxiety-provoking times.

Click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships.

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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“How Can I Be More Fun Around Men?” 5 Expert Tips

Posted on March 10, 2020 by Rachel Dack

I get asked this question a lot, which prompted me to write an article offering tips. I strongly believe you should not date with a facade or completely change who you are to impress potential partners or get noticed.

Click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships. This article features 5 tips that will make you more attractive to men (while embracing who you are and dating mindfully).

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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What Should I Not Do While Dating? 6 Tips From an Expert

Posted on February 29, 2020 by Rachel Dack

Your dating approach increases the likelihood of forming and sustaining a connection or interferes with a date turning into a relationship. This is why it’s important to bring healthy behaviors and attitudes into your dating life and also know what you should avoid.

Click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships. This article features 6 behaviors to avoid when dating.

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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6 Sober Dating Tips

Posted on February 19, 2020 by Rachel Dack

Regardless of your reasons for abstaining from alcohol, there are plenty of ways to meet new people without drinking. While it may feel like there is an expectation to drink on a date or meet other single individuals in the bar scene, you can date successfully while staying sober.

Click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships.

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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How to Leave the Past Behind and Be Present for Love- eHarmony

Posted on January 9, 2020 by Rachel Dack

The past can have a major impact on your current dating life. It’s important to learn from the past while making sure you have achieved closure and healing. By being aware of your triggers and vulnerabilities, creating healthy outlets for closure, and avoiding making assumptions and over-generalizations based on old relationships and partners, you can ensure that you are present for love now.

Click here to read my latest article on eHarmony featuring five strategies to be more emotionally available now and gain healthy closure from previous relationships.

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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8 Dating Do’s and Don’ts for the Holidays

Posted on December 16, 2019 by Rachel Dack

Dating during the holiday season can be a lot of fun, but it comes with some unique challenges, which is why I compiled a list of do’s and don’ts to make holiday dating more manageable.

Click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships.

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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How to Be Proactive in Dating (7 Tips From an Expert)

Posted on November 12, 2019 by Rachel Dack

If you’re looking to spark a connection, you have to do more than simply show up for dates (or sit on your sofa fantasizing about your perfect person). If you’ve read my writing before or are a client, you know I don’t recommend following rigid dating rules, but I do believe there is a lot you can do to date with a proactive, empowered, and deliberate approach that leads to more successful outcomes. You have a huge role in the type of partner you attract and pick, as well as how dating scenarios play out.

For seven tips on how to be a more proactive dater, click here to check out my latest article written for www.datingadvice.com, a leading online resource for dating and relationships.

Take care,

Rachel Dack, MS, LCPC, NCC

www.racheldack.com

Welcome to Rachel Dack Counseling LLC’s blog, written by Rachel Dack, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (L.C.P.C.) and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). Rachel provides psychotherapy and dating support/relationship coaching services to individuals and couples in her Bethesda, Maryland office and over the phone.

Please connect with Rachel by emailing RachelDackCounselingLLC@gmail.com, calling 301-655-8462 and following Rachel on twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Check back for more valuable resources, dating/relationship advice and mental health tips!

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