"When negative sentiment override is activated, even neutral or positive behaviors from your partner can be perceived as negative." John Gottman, Ph.D. Jane and Mike have been married for five years. Like many couples, they have disagreements about chores, household...
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The Relationship Highs and Lows of High Achievers
When you hear the term "high achiever," which types of people come to mind? Many may visualize successful entrepreneurs, doctors, lawyers, and athletes. You may think of these types of people as confident, charismatic, and passionate about their impact on the world....
The Benefits and Limitations of EAP Couples Counseling
Are you reviewing your long list of company-sponsored health and wellness benefits? Don't gloss over your Employee Assistance Program (EAP)! The EAP is one of the most underutilized company benefits. An EAP is a work-based program that provides solutions for personal...
6 Resources for Your Sex Life
Welcome to the second post in our series, Therapist Resource Roundup. Each quarter, we share a list of resources focused on a different theme our therapists often work through with clients. Every roundup will feature books, articles, videos, and podcasts that our...
4 Steps to Get Your Love Language Heard
Couples often enter the therapy room saying, "we just aren't speaking the same language!" Couples who say this phrase often feel their relationship needs are not being met. Or perhaps one doesn't don't feel cared for or understood by their partner. One common reason...
Stay-At-Home Motherhood is Incredibly Hard: Here’s A Path Beyond Burnout
When it comes to Stay-At-Home Moms (SAHM), we have all heard some version of the following statement: “I don't know how they do it. Being a stay-at-home mom has got to be the hardest job.” But have we ever really stopped to think about why that is? Many SAHMs are not...
Emotionally Flooded? 5 Ways to Care for Yourself In Conflict With Your Partner
When you hear the phrase “fight, flight or freeze,” which images come to mind? Many of us probably picture a crisis or emergency situation like a fireman rushing toward a burning building. Imagine this – fireman John just received a call about a building that went up...
2 Therapist-Approved Tips to Handle the Holidays with Your Partner
It’s here! The holiday season is upon us, and if you happen to find yourself in a relationship this holiday season then this blog is for you! For most of us, the hope for the holidays is to enjoy plenty of festivities, feasting, and quality time with our loved ones,...