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Exploring the Power of Sand Play Therapy

Laura — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 21:55:03 +0000

Sand Play Therapy, a powerful and dynamic therapeutic approach, offers a unique path to healing and self-discovery. This expressive form of therapy involves the creation of scenes or “worlds” within a sandbox, using miniature figures and objects. It can tap into the deep layers of the psyche and foster a way to articulate difficult to […]

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Couples Retreats: When one Hour Just Doesn’t Cut it

Suzanne — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 18:30:23 +0000

When seeking help with their relationship, many couples want to hit the ground running. However, some relationships need a deeper dive than a single session – or multiple single sessions – can deliver. Couples’ retreats offer an intensive amount of time to really concentrate on the matters at hand by giving couples the necessary time […]

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Why am I always so angry?!

Suzanne — Fri, 01 Dec 2017 07:16:43 +0000

In Dr. Gary Chapman’s best-known work, The Five Love Languages, he discusses the ways in which partners give, receive, and experience love. The book also addresses how we perceive love in relationship, and how we can actively work towards knowing what our partner wishes for in turn, and take steps to increase understanding, mutuality, and […]

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Why do I often feel like running away?!

Suzanne — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 06:01:29 +0000

In a study conducted by John Gottman in 1981, it was discovered that couples who report higher marital satisfaction are linked with husband’s ability to read his wife’s verbal cues. Open verbal communication is important, but a substantial portion of what makes couples thrive comes from reading between the lines and being able to understand […]

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Eight seemingly benign things that can destroy your relationship, and what you can do about it; part eight- hobbies

Suzanne — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 06:01:13 +0000

Everybody needs a hobby. They are an important escape from the grind. They help to boost our creativity, social network and cognitive function. I often hear couples say things such as, “I am a golf widow on the weekends”, or “she would rather spend time going out with her friends than with me”. This speaks to […]

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Eight seemingly benign things that can destroy your relationship, and what you can do about it; part seven- pets

Suzanne — Fri, 01 Sep 2017 06:01:00 +0000

A study found that pets can provide a tremendous sense of belonging, social support and improvement to one’s quality of life. As an owner of two dogs. I know firsthand how wonderfully lovable and endearing animals can be. They can lighten our mood. They can even bring people closer together. Our pets love us unconditionally, don’t […]

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Eight seemingly benign things that can destroy your relationship, and what you can do about it; part six- extended family

Suzanne — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 05:23:41 +0000

According to a New York Post article extended family, namely the mother-in-law/daughter-in-law relationship often creates real trouble in paradise for many couples. Influential family ties can pose a real threat to the couple bubble. When we hold long lived ties with our family of origin, successfully creating space for intimate relationships, in which we also […]

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Eight seemingly benign things can destroy your relationship, and what you can do about it; part five- technology

Suzanne — Sat, 01 Jul 2017 18:17:14 +0000

A few months ago, I read that neck and upper back problems are likely going to become more pervasive in the future due to technology. I fully own that I read this while on my phone. According to the article, our necks will more likely prematurely wrinkle from having our head tilted down looking at our devices. Moreover, tilting […]

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Eight seemingly benign things that can destroy your relationship, and what you can do about it; part four- money

Suzanne — Thu, 01 Jun 2017 06:01:21 +0000

Discussions around money arise with virtually every couple. Topics about money can range from differing spending habits, money defining social status or being a reflection of ego, or of partners each having strong willed ideas about how money earned should be allocated. Money is a big deal. We need it to survive. And for this reason, it can be very […]

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Eight seemingly benign things that can destroy your relationship and what you can do about it; part three- friends

Suzanne — Tue, 02 May 2017 03:52:00 +0000

There is a reason the saying, “three’s a crowd” exists. People are dyadic (meaning two) in nature. For this reason, people tend to pair up in friendships and love. And when there are three people in any long-term group, the dynamic can become unclear and competitive. As everyone wants to feel a sense of belonging, members in groups […]

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