Tips for Building a Better Relationship
Truth: Relationships are hard work.Most of us know and have experienced this. As a therapist, I see couples each week that are taking steps toward…
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Couples, Learn to Strengthen Your “Noticing” Muscle
Has your relationship been affected by COVID-19? If so, you aren’t alone. Depending on your situation during this time, your relationship might be affected in…
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“I’m Sorry, But…”
“I’m sorry, but…” These three words…well, I hear them way too often in my work as a couples counselor. While they sound harmless on…
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What is EFT, and Why Should Couples See an EFT Therapist for Couples Counseling?
EFT, or emotionally focused therapy, is a short-term, structured approach to couple’s therapy that primarily focuses on adult attachment and bonding. EFT was developed and…
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The Four Horsemen in Couples: Stopping the Apocalypse
You might be familiar with the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse from the New Testament that symbolize the evils to come at the end of…
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What are Love Languages and How Do They Improve Relationships?
By Alexis McCall, ALMFT, LPC Love Languages are the way we give and receive love from our significant others. There are also love languages for…
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Conflict Avoidance: Sink or Swim
When baby sea turtles are born, they begin their lives by struggling to get to shore by themselves. It’s a difficult time, and it’s possible…
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Pathological Altruism: When Giving Causes More Harm than Good
Giving and putting others first is heralded as a loving act, a way to show how much you care for another person, a way to…
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How to Ruin Your Relationship in Just 10 Easy Steps!
Use the words always and never and other discounting language to remind your partner they can never do anything right and don’t ever contribute. Similarly,…
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I Feel Crazy, But Am I? Understanding Gaslighting
We hear all the time that physical aggression is abusive; what we don’t often hear or recognize is that emotional abuse can be equally damaging.…
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Honey, We Broke the Kids: Guiding Children through Divorce
When couples exchange the words “’til death do us part,” that promise doesn’t always stand the test of time. Divorce can happen for any number…
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If Your Relationship Feels Stuck, Could Not Listening the Problem?
If you find that your relationship is lacking in closeness, you may just want to ask yourself if you’re a good listener. Because I can…
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