Robyn Ashbaugh, LMFT Robyn Ashbaugh, LMFT

Managing Stress When You’re Out of Time for Self-Care: A Therapist’s Guide for Busy Parents

Ah, the modern-day parenting hustle. Your kids are off to piano lessons, soccer practice, dance recitals, and who knows what other extracurriculars they’ve somehow picked up during a 30-second chat with their friends. Meanwhile, you’re wondering when the last time was that you had a moment to yourself without feeling like you’re forgetting something. 

Spoiler alert: It was probably during your last solo trip to the grocery store—if you can even call that a “break.”

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Kevin Saurer, LPC Kevin Saurer, LPC

When to Start Couples Therapy: Key Signs It's Time to Seek Help!

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.

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Victoria Mahoney, ALMFT Victoria Mahoney, ALMFT

How to Avoid Common Pitfalls in Communication in Relationships!

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.

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Magge Zofkie, LPC Magge Zofkie, LPC

Finding Light in the Darkness: Tips for Coping with Grief During the Holidays!

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.

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Sarah Davidson, LPC Sarah Davidson, LPC

Healing Together: Communicating Past Resentments with Your Partner

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.

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Kevin Saurer, LPC Kevin Saurer, LPC

Empowering Your Journey: Tips for Making the Most of Therapy

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.

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