Communicating Gratitude
The importance of learning about others is to better anticipate how certain events will trigger various responses. Once we have learned the
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Communication – Something to Talk About
There are tons of books, videos, and blogs that talk about communication being a key aspect of building relationships and they are...
Communication is key, but why?
You often hear that communication in any relationship is key. There are many resources out there on how to communicate along with some...
Help! Why Does My Therapist Say That?
Have you ever been in a therapy session and your therapist casually drops a phrase you’ve never heard before? “Hold space”? “Sit with a...
Creating Fondness in Relationships
I often hear statements from one partner that they love the other person, but that they are not “in love” with them. Really, I hear this...
8 Steps to Enhance Your Marriage
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking,...
Emotional Dialogue
We often have trouble communicating in relationships regardless of the type of relationship. This is more so in a couple’s environment...
When to Consider Marriage Counseling
It’s never too early or too late to pursue marriage counseling Yes, sometimes people are going to be in counseling for more obvious...
Codependence: The struggle to own YOUR reality
“Codependents often report that they don’t know who they are.” – Pia Mellody Author and speaker, Pia Mellody, maps out several...
Overcoming the Fear of Change
How do you respond to change? Do you embrace it with all that you have or do you avoid it at all costs? Can I be honest with you? ...
Making Mental Health a Priority in the Midst of Financial Uncertainty
Whether you are heading towards retirement, are a young person just starting out in life, or are somewhere in-between, financial...
Conversations in Isolation
Unprecedented stressors The other day, the price of oil broke a historic record (and not in a good way). For the first time in history,...
Keeping the Spark Alive During Quarantine
One thing remains clear: this is a period where navigating relationships is key; moreover, this is a period to strengthen valued...
How to: Effectively handle crisis situations using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based practice which uses a holistic mind-body approach to treatment. It encompasses...
Ways for Parents to Decrease Stress and Increase Positivity Amidst the Chaos of Covid-19
The struggle is real! You are not alone. Here are 5 things to consider that will keep you on the path to a healthier, happier...
It’s You & Me vs. The World
Have you ever thought back to when you were dating your spouse and felt like there was nothing in the world that you two couldn’t tackle...
How to Save Your Relationship from the Rise of Technology
Reclaim Attention in Your Relationship Attention is very important to human beings. As helpless infants, we need attention from others to...
When Children of Divorce Become Adults
Celebrations & Holidays Being an adult child of divorce means there is no “home” to go back to during the holiday season. Typically, the...
The Affair Series: Attunement
Step 3: Attunement Many trust building behaviors occur in this area of the recovery phase. The partner that acted outside of the...
Celebrating the Holidays as an Interfaith Couple
Holidays Can Work with an Interfaith Couple List of Helpful Tips: Be respectful – even when you disagree. Remember, you got involved in...
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