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Our therapy practice offers a place to find support, empathy, and outside-of-the-box ways of solving your problems. We aim to break the stereotype of what therapy is supposed to be like, and what your relationship should look like. We don’t have stuffy offices as you might find in a medical practice. Our therapy rooms are warm and cozy. You’ll feel like you’re sitting in our living room.

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Positive Perspective: Moving From Commiseration to Connection

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Why We Bond Through Shared Commiseration Does anyone else feel like they bond with others through shared commiseration? I bet you can recall a time. When you are with your friends, have you not complained about another friend? When you are with your family, there is always someone else in the family to be talked about. When you are with your partner, you complain about your day and the stress of life. I would even […]

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Your Problem vs Our Problem: Shifting to the “We” Perspective

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“That’s your problem to deal with.” We live in an individualistic society that tells us we need to take care of ourselves before we can form meaningful relationships with others. Can you recall a time when you were told “that’s your problem to deal with?” It could have come from a parent, a friend, a boss, or a partner. What is the story you told yourself at that moment? Here are some common ones: I’m

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How To Rebuild Trust After Betrayal (Even If It Feels Impossible)

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“I’ll never stay with someone who cheats.” For most, cheating is the ultimate betrayal to experience in a relationship. How many of your friends have told you that they would never stay with a partner who cheats on them? Have you ever said that yourself? “Cheating is a deal breaker.” It seems so simple, easy. However, it is much easier said than done. Maybe you find out that a person you have been dating for

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“The Ick” Or Intuition? Knowing When to Walk Away

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I Have “The Ick” Have you heard that phrase? Maybe in casual passing when asking a friend about a recent date. Maybe on a popular media post or video. Did you have to ask what it meant? Did you google it the first time? As a popular turn of phrase, the definition can change based on who you ask or where you look. Here is our working definition of “The Ick.” The Ick: A sudden

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Modern Dating Dilemmas: Ghosting, Breadcrumbing, and “Situationships”

Modern Dating Dilemmas: Ghosting, Breadcrumbing, and “Situationships”

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Have you ever considered the similarities between dating and fashion? Similar to fashion, dating has trends that come and go with the seasons and fan based popularity. Do you remember a time when people used terms such as “courting,” “going steady,” and “getting pinned” when referring to dating and romantic partners? Do you remember when using these terms stopped? Similar to fashion trends, these terms were popular for a period of time and then seemed

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Rebuilding Family Bonds After Stress and Trauma: The Power of Family Therapy

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This piece was written by our amazing therapist, Katrina Lopez, LMFT.  The Impact of Stressful Events On Us and Our Relationships: The world in which we live is never short of events that impact our well-being, whether that is through changes in our financial means, feeling emotionally and physically unsafe in society, going through life transitions with little or no support, or just typical everyday stressors. All of these things impact our mental health and

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When the “Surprise!” Isn’t What the Mom-to-Be Had in Mind – As Seen In – BoredPanda

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In a recent Reddit thread featured by Bored Panda, a soon-to-be mom shared a frustrating twist: her mother arranged a gender reveal party without inviting her or honoring her preferences. The mom went so far as to steal the pregnancy announcement and declare, “That’s right, we’re having a girl!”to everyone else. What the Experts Say Jeffrey Young, MA, LMFT, adds that these incidents often reflect deeper family dynamics. A parent imposing their celebration may be seeking

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Finding A Great Therapist

Finding a Great Therapist: 14 Best Things to Do

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You’ve decided that therapy will be a helpful addition to your life. Finding a great therapist is a great way to ensure that therapy benefits your well-being as much as possible.   But where do you start? There are so many factors that go into choosing a skilled therapist that it can seem overwhelming. What exactly should you consider when trying to find a great therapist?  That’s what we’re here for. We’re going to go over

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Practicing Polyamory – Podcast Interview

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Having a solid foundation for your polyamorous relationship Relationships can sometimes face unrealistic societal standards. No matter what kind of relationship you’re in, there’s always something to achieve or strive for. Being in a polyamorous relationship, not only do you feel the pressure of achieving that unattainable perfection, but you also want to make sure when you’re working on that in your relationship that you feel heard, validated, and safe. I recently had the privilege

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Types of Couples Therapy

Types of Couples Therapy: 9 Great Options to Decide Between

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Find Out Which Type of Couples Therapy Is Best for You Seeking help can be a challenging thing for some people. Whether it be pride, fear, or lack of knowledge about the subject, something prevents many people from attending marriage counseling.  However, marriage counseling and couples therapy can be beneficial in all types of relationships. In fact, couples who participate in counseling together have a 30 percent higher marital success rate than couples who do

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