Welcome to the first post in our new series, Therapist Resource Roundup. Each quarter, we'll 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...
Couples therapy guide
What is Self-Protection? Your Key to Relationship Accountability
Every couple has their strengths and struggles. At some point, you might find that you and your partner are running into recurring fights. You may be getting stuck in gridlocked patterns of self-protection, like defensiveness and criticism. At best, it is frustrating....
What is a superbill for therapy?
Selecting a therapist can feel like a daunting task. You’ve probably thought about location, specialty, training, and the cultural background of the therapist,. And of course, another important question you’ve likely wondered–what’s the cost of a session? Many clients...
The 4 C’s of a Successful Blended Family
Blended families can be both challenging and exceptionally rewarding. When I met my husband, I had four children from my previous marriage, ages two, four, six, and eight, while he had one child on the way. By the time we married, we had five children altogether. One...
6 Steps to Navigate ADHD in Your Relationship
Have you and your partner noticed increased marital unhappiness due to constant escalated fights over miscommunication, distractibility, and forgetfulness? This could be an indicator that you or your partner has attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). If you...
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...
Therapy 101: What You Need to Know About Attachment
What is attachment? If you’ve ever Googled questions related to love, romance, or parenting, you might have come across the term “attachment.” You may have seen books on attachment at the library or even encountered the term in therapy. While the concept of attachment...
The Costs (and Benefits) of Couples Therapy
You and your partner have determined that couples therapy is right for you. There can be much to sift through before your first couples therapy appointment — individual or group sessions, workshops or intensives, insurance or out-of-pocket. If you're curious about...