We live in a world full of demands. And if you’re anything like me, you may realize that one of the results of living in such a busy world is that your mind almost always has 4 or 5 tabs open at a ...
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I often hear people say things like “If it’s meant to be, marriage/sex/love should come naturally.” There are many messages in our culture that elude to this notion, from fairy tales to poetry. And ...
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Self Care…Why Is It So Important
June 17, 2018
Allison O'Brien, LMFT
What is Self-Care and Why is it Important?
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I get deep thought inspiration from the oddest sources, I realize. Most recently, I was watching a Sex and the City movie (the 2nd not so great one) when I zoned in on one statement made by Carrie. ...
Read MoreTurning Toward Your Partner
September 30, 2017
Allison O'Brien, LMFT
Turning towards your partner in times of conflict, or stress for comfort and support is a key factor in maintaining closeness and a secure bond in relationships. When things get tough in a marriage, ...
Read MoreThe Mates We Choose...
August 26, 2017
Crystal Gillery, LMFT
In response to a commenter on a recent blog, I’d like to explore the notion of choosing the same “bad for me” mate.
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Attachment for Grown Ups
July 1, 2017
Crystal Gillery, LMFT
In my work, I talk about attachment, emotions and how they affect relationships. My clients regularly tell me that they are unfamiliar with the term attachment or the definition they have is ...
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Feel... Deeply
June 28, 2017
Dawn Swiney, MPA LMFT
Recently, I went onto Facebook to catch up on pop culture and check in with people I rarely speak to in “real” life. I ended up focused more on the many video segments posted by friends showing the ...
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