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How to talk to your kids about the Texas mass shooting

Family Therapy / May 26, 2022

Founder of the Relationship Place, Dr. Dana McNeil, was interviewed by Fox News and gave some great advice on how to talk to children about difficult topics such as the recent mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas. The most important thing to remember is we all grieve and process differently and that needs to be honored. There must be a couple of days to grieve the loss of what we found. Dana recommends being ready to …

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6 Signs Your Partner Wants A Divorce (And What You Can Do About It)

Relationship / May 25, 2022

According to Dr. John Gottman, there are 6 standout signs that show divorce is imminent. These signs don’t always mean the relationship is over. Rather, they’re a warning that the relationship is only heading one way unless something changes. Signs thattell your partner wants a divorce can be too hard to notice, if you’re not aware of them. When the issue lies with you, you want to know how your behavior affects your connection with …

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When Is The Best Time For Couples Counseling?

Couples Counseling / May 20, 2022

For many couples, starting relationship counseling can be the hardest part of the whole process. There’s a lot of conflicting information that can make the research phase intimidating. Luckily, we’re here to help. In this guide, we’ll go through all the details you need to find the best support for your relationship. We’ll break down the questions couples need to ask each other and themselves, what to expect when sitting down with a therapist, and …

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How You Can Rebuild Trust In Your Marriage After Cheating

Relationship / April 26, 2022

There’s no easy way to talk about cheating and no magic method to rebuild trust. Infidelity can leave a betrayed partner feeling more than just hurt. It can create the kind of uncertainty and anger that makes them wonder if the relationship is even worth saving. The good news for couples who want a rebuild the relationship is that it’s still possible. The work involved won’t look the same for both partners. As the one …

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9 Tips On How To Heal From A Toxic Relationship

Relationship / April 21, 2022

Leaving a toxic relationship is a brave step that everyone deserves the freedom to take. But breaking up comes with stress, anxiety, and emotions that need to be processed. That’s true even after a healthy relationship. Bouncing back takes time, but there are ways to support your journey throughout. Ways how to heal from a toxic relationship aren’t the same for everyone. It’s a process unique to your experiences and situation. That said, toxic partners …

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How To Proceed With Polyamory? 20 Questions To Ask Yourself

Relationship / March 29, 2022

Polyamory has been around as long as societies have existed. That’s because every romantic relationship throughout history, including monogamy, was shaped by cultural values. Monogamy may seem like the default in today’s society, but it’s overrepresented. According to US Census reports, 1 in 5 adults say they’ve engaged in consensual non-monogamy (CNM) at some point. If you’re considering going poly or struggling with an aspect of how to proceed with polyamory, these sets of questions …

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Therapist-Recommended Communication Exercises For Couples

Couples Counseling / March 23, 2022

Conflicts can help us gauge the health of a relationship. Note that the presence of conflict isn’t a fatal sign on its own. We can learn more from how couples deal with conflict, and how partners treat each other as individuals. Exercising good communication skills with your partner is necessary to keep a strong and healthy relationship. This also helps determine if an argument pulls a couple apart or brings them closer together. That’s why …

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7 Ways To Understand What Women Want In A Relationship

Issues for Women / March 8, 2022

A question that has puzzled men for centuries: What do women really want in a relationship? Gender differences can leave men completely clueless on answering this question. In celebration of International Women’s Day, we discuss how to find the right answers in understanding what women want in a relationship, particularly from their male partners. Every woman is a mystery of her own, and it’s important for men to familiarize themselves with it in order to …

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Online vs. In-Person Therapy: Which Is Best For Couples?

Couples Counseling / February 24, 2022

Lockdowns have caused people to stay at home longer than usual. While it did bring couples together physically, it may have also caused mental, emotional, and sometimes, physical stress to their relationship. Good thing couple’s therapy can now happen online. While the pandemic limited face-to-face interactions, everybody turned to virtual therapy and found the next best alternative. But when everything is slowly getting back to normal, should you also get back to your therapist’s office …

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13 Signs You Are Destroying Your Marriage (Without Realizing It)

Couples Counseling / February 15, 2022

Despite the happily ever after trope popularized in media, a happy, healthy marriage isn’t one devoid of conflict. Instead, partners continue to bond by solving problems together while respecting each other as individuals. Doing this involves communication, empathy, trust, openness, and a willingness to be proactive. When we discuss the reasons behind failed marriages, it can be tempting to look at big one-time events. These can certainly be dealbreakers, but some issues are more subtle. …

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