Do you question if it's the best time to start couples therapy?

Have you been experiencing recurring issues that just won't resolve?

Maybe you fear you won't make progress or feel the "ship has sailed" and it's too late to reignite the spark you once had.

Effective communication is the bedrock of any healthy relationship, yet many couples find themselves struggling with common communication issues. 

Whether it’s defensiveness, criticism, or unmet mutual expectations, these pitfalls can create distance, erode trust, and weaken the connection between partners. 

As a marriage and family therapist, , I’ve worked with many couples who unknowingly fall into these patterns.

Do you struggle with grief especially around the holidays?

The holidays are filled with memories and traditions which often magnify the loss of a loved one.

In this month's Therapy Moment, Maggie, Zofkie, LPC, NCC provides some great tips on how to get through the holiday season when you are feeling sadness from grief.

Communication is the lifeblood of any relationship, yet discussing past resentments can be one of the most challenging conversations couples face. 

Unresolved feelings often linger beneath the surface, eroding trust and emotional intimacy over time. When left unaddressed, they can lead to misunderstandings and growing distance which can be painful and create more intense feelings of negativity over time. 

However, by employing effective communication techniques, partners can navigate these difficult discussions and strengthen their bond.

Do you struggle with setting healthy boundaries?

In this month’s Therapy Moment, Robyn Ashbaugh, LMFT shares with us a tip on how to create effective boundaries with those around you to help protect your peace!

For a lot of individuals and couples, making the choice to initiate the therapeutic process can be difficult. For couples, this may include the resistance of one partner and commitment from the other partner.  For individuals, minimizing or denying issues and concerns can make this a difficult decision. 

I have found that if a person or a couple has a hunch that therapy could be a helpful tool, then trust your gut.

Do you struggle relaxing and managing your stress levels?

In this month’s Therapy Moment, Victoria Mahoney, ALMFT shares with us a tool to help increase feelings of relaxation and to better manage stress!

Life is a journey of navigating emotional landscapes, where understanding our internal processes can make a significant difference in our well-being. 

Two common ways people handle challenging situations are rumination and processing. 

While these terms might sound similar, they represent fundamentally different approaches to dealing with our thoughts and emotions. Understanding the distinction between rumination and processing can be crucial in fostering mental health and emotional resilience. 

Do you struggle with signing off from work once the day is over?

Does your family notice that you aren’t fully present with them during your time off work?

With access to email and phone calls wherever you go, it is common for people to struggle with turning off “work-mode” and spending quality time being fully present with their family.

In this month’s Therapy Moment, Sarah Davidson, MFT, LPC provides tips to provide a better work/life balance!