When someone first starts to explore the concept of mindfulness, they find a lot of information related to meditation. While that's one aspect or tool for mindfulness, the concept is much broader. It's about bringing awareness to the present moment without bringing judgment to it. So, even though a lot of mindfulness work is done individually, you can also bring...[ read more ]
Trying to reconnect after infidelity is a daunting task. But it may be a more common situation than you ever imagined. At least one in five adults have had an extramarital sexual experience. Thanks to couples counseling, however, many of those relationships have survived. And beyond survival, they have thrived as well. How do you, as a couple, define infidelity?...[ read more ]
Misunderstandings and disagreements are inevitable and there is no shortage of potential communication problems. Studies show they are a primary reason couples agree to seek out marriage counseling. Some communication issues are painfully obvious, for example: The silent treatment Mockery or contempt Defensiveness Invalidating feelings Non-stop criticism These are the types of serious concerns and patterns that threaten relationships. Even...[ read more ]
Couples therapy has undergone many productive shifts and transitions over the years. Through it all, the success rate of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) remains consistently impressive. Thus, EFT for couples has been studied extensively. Research shows the following: 70-75 percent of couples move from distress to recovery. These couples report being much happier with each other (compared to 35 percent...[ read more ]
Have you thought about the qualities you are looking for in your next therapist? If so, how will you know when you’ve found the right fit? Perhaps, like many of us, you have been more focused on finding a therapist who can work with your schedule and budget. That is completely understandable as there are so many factors to consider...[ read more ]