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10 Reasons Why New Parents Should Go To Couples Therapy

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Parenthood, like marriage, is an exciting time for many couples. It can represent change, growth, and a new phase of life full of possibility. Even then, transitioning to parenthood is rarely easy. This is where couples therapy for parenting comes in. Couples therapy can offer so much to couples beyond their connection to each other. Even when focused on romance and intimacy, therapy doesn’t view relationships in isolation. People are deeply social, and the ways …

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Why Should I Look For A Couple’s Therapist Instead Of An Individual Therapist?

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Dana McNeil, the Founder of The Relationship Place, explains why you should look for a couple’s therapist instead of an individual therapist. Somebody who is a couple’s therapist has different tools and approaches than somebody who is an individual therapist. Therapists for individuals support you, mirror back what you’re feeling, and ultimately help you figure out the answer you’ve had all along. Somebody who is a couple’s therapist is trained to be a neutral party. …

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Emotional Tune-Up: How to Stay Healthy in Times of Stress – As Seen In – San Diego Family

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Our founder Dr. Dana McNeil was featured in an interesting article from San Diego Family. It talks about Emotional Tune-Up: How To Stay Healthy In Times Of Stress. Here, she encourages parents to tune in to physical reactions to stress. Dr. Dana McNeil, licensed therapist and founder of The Relationship Place in San Diego, encourages parents to tune in to physical reactions to stress. Is your breathing shallow? Your pulse racing? Are you having difficulty …

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What do I do if my spouse is a narcissist?

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Dr. Dana McNeil, the Founder of The Relationship Place, answers the question, “What do I do if my spouse is a narcissist?” If your partner is a narcissist, they won’t go to therapy because they truly believe they are perfect. Narcissism is a personality disorder that has been with somebody their whole life. If they are willing to change that behavior, therapy can be a great help. It is important, before labeling your partner, to …

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25 Things You Should Openly Discuss With Your Partner Before Marriage

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Before your wedding day, you need to find time to talk about things that will be crucial to your married life. Many couples get married thinking they know everything about each other, but some topics may only come up years after tying the knot. Talking through them beforehand is the key to maintaining an emotional bond long-term. Dr. John Gottman lists 7 principles for a happy marriage and the discussions below help partners connect through …

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Why Same-Sex Parents Raise The Best Children

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With an estimated 1 million to 6 million children being raised by same-sex parents in the United States, it’s clear that the number of alternative households is growing.  While having homosexual parents was once seen as a disadvantage for the children, we have come a long way as a society since then. Because of the growing visibility of same-sex families, many researchers have begun to take a second look at the well-being of their children. …

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The Relationship Place – As Seen In – San Diego Regional Chamber Of Commerce

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Saturday, June 18th was an eventful day for us. We’ve celebrated the expansion of our practice and held a community mental health fair. These events were also captured by the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce. The practice offers warm and inviting offices for those seeking in person therapy and telehealth for those who prefer remote sessions or are living in the other parts of the state. The clinicians and staff who work at The …

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