Couples: Conflict Avoidance in Relationships — Why Therapy Addresses It Head-On
As a couples therapist helping partners navigating complex emotional terrain, I often hear some version of this early in therapy[…]
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Stuck in the Middle: Gen X, the Sandwich Generation Few Talk About
Let’s be honest—if Gen X had a tagline, it might be: We’ve got this. Don’t worry about us. We were[…]
Read moreEstrangement and Father’s Day: Healing the Heartbreak of Ambiguous Loss
Father’s Day is coming up. And, not unlike Mother’s Day — this day can stir up a mix of emotions:[…]
Read moreHealing from the Inside Out: How EMDR and Body-Based Therapy Can Help Process Trauma
We are all only human. It’s a phrase that carries profound weight. It reminds us that we are not invincible;[…]
Read moreCouples Therapy vs. Individual Therapy for Relationship Issues: Which Is Right for You?
Relationships are one of the most beautiful—and sometimes, one of the most challenging—parts of being human. When things get tough,[…]
Read moreTitle: Current Events: How Therapy Can Help You Cope with the Stress of Immigration and Relocation
I recently returned from a trip with my family to visit the country of my husband’s birth. His family was[…]
Read morePia Mellody: Honouring a Wounded Healer Who Changed the Way We Heal
The news of Pia Mellody’s death brings a wave of reflection for so many in the mental health field. As[…]
Read moreReconnecting After Emotional Drift: How Therapy Can Help Couples Rebuild Their Bond
Relationships often begin with intense passion and closeness, but over time, many couples experience a gradual emotional and physical distancing[…]
Read moreAmbiguous Grief and the Holidays: When Loss Isn’t Black and White
Upcoming Spring holidays like Easter, Mother’s Day, or Thanksgiving, or Christmas can bring deep emotional challenges for those navigating grief—but[…]
Read moreGenerational Trauma & Intimacy: Healing the Invisible Wounds Blocking Connection
Have you ever caught yourself pulling away just when things are getting close? Or maybe you long for deep, soulful[…]
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