Couples counseling can help improve the health and longevity of a relationship. During counseling, couples engage in therapy sessions and work with a trained therapist to address and resolve unproductive issues within their relationship. Here are a few key items we should all know about couples counseling: Participating in couples counseling is not a sign…
The role of a couples therapist is an essential one. The couples therapist acts as trained guide as couples navigate the complex landscape of their relationships. The couples therapist provides a safe and structured space for couples to explore, discuss, come to understand, and resolve their issues. One of most important roles that a couples…
Couples therapy can be a valuable resource for a relationship. Recognizing when to start this process is crucial for furthering a healthy partnership. And while there’s no strict rules or timeline to start couples therapy, there are certain signs and situations that suggest that it might be time to consider therapy. Couples therapy makes sense…
It is estimated that 20 million adults in America have had at least one major episode of depression. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/major-depression It stands to reason that millions of Americans are in loving relationships with these partners that suffer from depression. And, because we love them, we want to help them. But how? Step One – Keep an…
Anxiety. We all have it from time to time. And, according to the ADAA, anxiety is the most common mental illness in America. But when is it time to see a professional therapist to help us cope with our anxiety? If you believe you have been dealing with anxiety for a while now, then here…
Anxiety is a very common mental health issue affecting most of us to different degrees. While anxiety is oftentimes a natural response to stress, too much anxiety can negatively impact our quality of life. A little self-care can go a long way when it comes to keep anxiety in check. The concept of self-care covers…
“I’m depressed”. We’ve all heard someone say it. We’ve probably said it ourselves. Depression is a serious matter, so we can’t dismiss such comments out of hand. But how can we tell if we’re actually depressed or simply lacking motivation? Both can share overlapping symptoms, but there are clear differences between the two and it’s…
Creating a therapeutic alliance In order for therapy to be successful, clients need to feel safe with their therapist. The feeling of safety can be described as feeling at ease, calm, respected, knowing that you are going to be taken care of, listened to, heard and validated. Feeling safe can be described as confiding in…
In our last post we talked about what to ask during your consultation with a prospective therapist. But how do you even choose a therapist? Determine your goals The therapist you choose should be someone you feel comfortable talking to, has training and/or experience in the area you want to work on. Before you begin…
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