What Is EMDR and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?
EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, has been gaining attention as a form of psychotherapy that helps people heal from the symptoms and emotional distress resulting from disturbing life experiences.
Can We Call It Something Besides “Love Addiction”?
Love addiction is a term that has gained traction over the years, but is it truly the best descriptor for the condition it attempts to define?
Conscious Coupling: How Mindfulness Transforms Relationships for the Better
In today's fast-paced and often chaotic world, maintaining healthy and fulfilling relationships can be a challenge. However, by incorporating mindfulness into our relationships, we can significantly transform them for the better.
Maintaining Individuality in a Committed Relationship
When you enter into a committed relationship, it's natural to prioritize your partner and your relationship. However, it's important to remember that you are still an individual with your own thoughts, feelings, and interests. Maintaining your individuality can actually enhance your relationship and help it thrive.
More Couples Are Going Poly…
There are many reasons why couples may choose to explore non-traditional relationship structures. For some, it may be a way to address issues such as sexual incompatibility or a desire for more variety. For others, it may simply be a way to explore their own desires and boundaries.
How to do a ‘State of the Union’ in your relationships
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you feel disconnected from your partner? Or maybe you’ve noticed some recurring issues in your relationship that you’d like to address? If so, it may be time to have a ‘state of the union’ conversation with your partner.
Understanding Attachment Styles
Attachment theory suggests that the relationships we form in early childhood profoundly impact how we relate to others in adulthood. These early attachment styles are formed through interactions with primary caregivers and shape our beliefs about ourselves and others.
Understanding Relational Trauma
We’ve all experienced our fair share of hurtful relationships, but what exactly is relational trauma? Relational trauma is the result of experiencing a pattern of unresolved interpersonal issues with another person or persons.