Understanding what you want from a relationship is a crucial step towards building a fulfilling and lasting partnership. Too often, people dive into relationships without a clear idea of their own needs and desires, leading to confusion, frustration, and eventual disappointment. However, by taking the time to reflect on your values, priorities, and goals, you …
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When it comes to relationships, learning how to give constructive criticism can be tricky. We want our partners to understand us and know what we’re thinking and feeling. At the same time, we don’t want to hurt their feelings with an unhelpful tone or inappropriate word choice. As couples embracing a modern way of living …
Newcomers are often nervous and unsure what to expect when starting therapy. You might have heard horror stories, or positive ones, from those close to you. But if you’re wondering what to expect throughout your therapy process, below are some guidelines: 1.) The beginning. Your first one to two sessions will typically look different than …
Most people don’t know what happens behind closed doors in insurance companies, especially when it comes to mental health services. These kinds of services might include counseling, psychiatry, inpatient or residential treatment, and other lower levels of intensive treatment. When you’re seeking out new mental health services it might feel like your only option is …
There’s a plethora of information available on how to make positive changes in your life, which can feel really overwhelming. Most of us are confused about where to start and how to navigate making change in our life. Our society as a whole expects immediate gratification, which leaves us frustrated when that doesn’t happen. Real …
When you think of happiness, what comes to mind? I’m betting you imagined having a home, stable finances, a loving partner, a pet, or being on a never ending vacation. At least in our society this is the message we’re fed about what happiness looks like. If that were the case, how many people do …