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COUPLE CONFLICT: A NECESSARY CHALLENGE FOR RELATIONSHIP GROWTH

COUPLE CONFLICT: A NECESSARY CHALLENGE FOR RELATIONSHIP GROWTH

“Don’t go to bed angry” is the most common advice given to couples, yet it’s also the most ineffective when it comes to relationship conflict resolution. This advice often leads to staying up late into the night, trying to resolve a conflict...
HEALING FROM INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP TRAUMA

HEALING FROM INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP TRAUMA

Trauma comes in various forms and severities and affects people differently. No single event is worse or less traumatic than another. It’s all about how it impacts your ability to heal and move on. Relationship trauma is often overlooked and misunderstood. Defined as...
RELATIONSHIP ISSUES THERAPY: WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

RELATIONSHIP ISSUES THERAPY: WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

Therapy is a useful tool for treating a wide range of emotional and mental difficulties. There are also many types including group therapy, couples counseling, and individual therapy. If your current stress stems from relationship issues, your first recourse may be to...
WHAT IS TRAUMA?

WHAT IS TRAUMA?

When we think about the word “trauma“ we imagine something horrible like a violent attack, sexual assault, death of a loved one, war, or a natural disaster. However, sometimes trauma can be caused by something much more subtle. Trauma is not an event, but rather an...
HOW DOES ANXIETY AFFECT THE BODY? AN IN DEPTH GUIDE

HOW DOES ANXIETY AFFECT THE BODY? AN IN DEPTH GUIDE

Worldwide, over 264 million people have been diagnosed with anxiety-related disorders. Unfortunately, women are almost twice as likely to develop anxiety than men.  Dealing with the effects of anxiety can be very stressful. It can be hard to open up if you are...
WHAT THERAPY IS, AND IS NOT

WHAT THERAPY IS, AND IS NOT

In the last few years, therapy has become more accepted in our culture. It is becoming popular to include therapists in many shows and movies. There is also an open discussion about mental health in social media and other means of communication. While this is...
WHY DO I NEED EXTERNAL VALIDATION?

WHY DO I NEED EXTERNAL VALIDATION?

A problem that many people struggle with is seeking out external validation as a means of regulating their moods and emotions. Do you identify with this? If so, you might be asking “why do I need constant external validation?” We’re going to get into that below,...
Exploring Internal Family Systems Therapy

Exploring Internal Family Systems Therapy

There are different approaches to help individuals navigate their healing. One such approach is Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. Developed by Richard Schwartz, Ph.D., IFS offers a unique way where individuals can explore their inner world and cultivate...