9 Things You Say If You’re In a Healthy Relationship

9 Things You Say If You’re In a Healthy Relationship

We recently wrote about a CNBC article, “If you use any of these 9 phrases every day, you’re more emotionally secure than most.” The same author there has another related post about identifiers of a healthy relationship. Which of these resonate with you?...
How to Practice Assertive Communication

How to Practice Assertive Communication

Assertiveness is a communication style that involves expressing your needs and boundaries while respecting the needs and boundaries of others. It can be challenging to be assertive without coming across as controlling or bossy, however, it’s important to remember that...
Common Couples Therapy Misconceptions

Common Couples Therapy Misconceptions

Common Couples Therapy Misconceptions Couples counseling is defined as a therapeutic service offered to two partners that identify themselves as being romantically involved and needing help working through some issue(s) to improve the relationship. Couples therapy...
The Dating “Game”

The Dating “Game”

The Dating “Game” The proliferation of apps has gamified dating. But to those seeking true love, or real companionship, dating is anything but a game. Often clients come to therapy frustrated and worn down by the process. They feel defeated or deflated and...
Beyond Love Languages: Let’s Look at Attachment Styles

Beyond Love Languages: Let’s Look at Attachment Styles

Beyond Love Languages: Let’s Look at Attachment Styles Maybe you’ve heard of Love Languages, which is the way people like to share and receive love. Love Languages are a popular concept right now, and people tend to know they’re a “words of affirmation” person, or...