Relationship Tips
Strengthen Your Relationship With These 7 Resources
Welcome to the third 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...
How to Improve Your Marriage Despite ADHD
Do you or your partner have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? Of the millions of people with ADHD, only 9% fully outgrow the disorder. Because many adults have to learn how to cope with ADHD during adulthood, ADHD often has a role in their relationships...
Your Comprehensive Guide to a Marriage Retreat
Have you and your partner thought about a marriage retreat? Perhaps you both decided it’s time to finally focus on each other. You may be ready to work through a long-standing challenge that has impacted your relationship. Maybe you long for the passion and the fun...
Is Your Partner a Pursuer or Withdrawer? Why Does It Matter?
A loving partnership is one of the most valuable things in life. Being able to turn to and depend on our partner creates deep joy, shelter, and protection through life's challenges. But no matter how secure our relationship is, we all experience periods of...
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...
Your Free 5-Question Year in Review Worksheet
With the year's close only a few weeks away, many are already thinking about next year's resolutions. You may want to repair a relationship or improve your communication skills, advocate for yourself or seek professional therapy. But before you put pen to paper for...
How Self-Reflection Can Support Your Work in Therapy
When was the last time you reflected upon your work in therapy? Did you set aside time to reflect upon your thoughts, behaviors, and actions after your experience? Self-reflection can significantly support your work in therapy and everyday life. Its impact can be...
Want a Cheerful Sober Holiday? Make a Plan With Your Partner
When you get sober, it isn't always going to be something you share with everyone around you. In some cases, you may end up remaining with or meeting a new partner who still chooses to drink and has no interest in living a dry lifestyle. The disconnect between...
Holiday Anxiety? Try These 5 Coping Skills
Four shopping trips, three awkward chats, two crowded parties, and a dinner with your rude in-laws. Unsurprisingly, the holidays can bring about increased stress and heightened expectations. In addition to our everyday lives, the holiday season can come with pressure...
The Couple’s Gratitude Guide: Fondness and Admiration
"Successful long-term relationships are created through small words, small gestures, and small acts." - John Gottman The holidays are nearing, which often means many of us will spend more time with family and friends. For some, it's an exciting season and a time to...