This article was co-authored by Cameron Gibson, R.C.C. and by How.com.vn staff writer, Madeleine Flamiano. Cameron Gibson is a Registered Clinical Counsellor in Vancouver, British Columbia. Cameron specializes in working with men to support their struggles with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, and developmental disabilities. He holds a BA in Psychology from Carleton University and an MA in Counseling Psychology from the City University of Seattle. Cameron is also the Program Director for Manifest Wellness, a men's mental health clinic, where he works to destigmatize mental health support for men and increase access to counseling.
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Are you worried that you and your partner are in denial and it’s negatively affecting your relationship? Denial might be an effective short-term coping mechanism, but in the long run, it only makes it harder for you and your partner to get your needs met. Fortunately, you can address denial and move past it as a couple. Keep reading for expert advice on how to recognize denial in your relationship and what to do about it.
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