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Debunking Myths in Counseling: “Marriage Should Be Easy”
Debunking Marriage Myths: “Marriage Should Be Easy” “When you’re with the right person, marriage will be easy.” “It’ll all come together when you find the one!” “If everything isn’t falling into place, then something must be wrong”. You may have heard similar comments about marriage and relationships throughout your life. And these sentiments are brought…
Read MoreDo Mature Couples (55+) Need Marriage Therapy?
Can Mature Couples Benefit from Marriage Therapy? Are you and your partner in a “mature” relationship? Maybe you’re both over 55, retired, and this is your second marriage. Maybe you have already been with your spouse for decades and your children have moved out to form families of their own. You might be wondering; as…
Read MoreAm I Holding Back in Couples Therapy?
How to Know if You Are Holding Back In Couples Therapy It’s hard enough to decide to make the call to schedule couples therapy. But making your appointment is just the beginning! The work begins when you and your partner arrive at your first appointment. A successful experience in couples therapy will depend on your…
Read MoreMeet a Utah Therapist: McKenna Nordin, MFTI
Meet a Utah Therapist: McKenna Nordin, MFTI Are you struggling to find the right Utah therapist for you or your family? Not sure where to begin or how to find the best fit for you? The Center for Couples and Families can help. Finding the right therapist is an important part of having a positive…
Read MoreResentment and Negative Sentiment Override in Couples Therapy
How Couples Therapy Can Help Solve Negative Sentiment Override Did you know that most couples wait an average of six years to seek couples therapy? You might not be surprised by that statistic. If you are reading this, you might be seeking couples therapy for the first time. Or maybe you’ve been before and you…
Read MoreFrom a Utah Counselor: Supporting Your Partner Through Anxiety
Thoughts From a Utah Counselor: Supporting Your Partner Through Anxiety Can you think of the last time you felt nervous before something big? Maybe you were worried about that impending job interview or the first day of school. Nervousness, fear, or worry are all basic human emotions. However, a high level of any of these…
Read MoreIn Couples Therapy, It’s Not About Placing Blame
Couples Therapy: Placing Blame If you are new to the world of couples therapy, you might assume that a major part of counseling is going to be correctly placing blame for your conflicts. Maybe you imagine you’ll go to therapy together, and you’ll argue with the therapist in the room. Then, he will explain who…
Read MoreCouples Counseling: Secrecy vs. Privacy- What is the Difference?
Couples Counseling: The Difference Between Secrecy and Privacy Secrets are a common problem that couples confront in counseling. Odds are you have had an experience where you discovered something about your partner that you didn’t know. If you can relate, you are not alone. Poor communication skills and closely guarded secrets may lead to conflict…
Read MoreCouples Therapy: Building Self Awareness
How Building Self-Awareness in Couples Therapy Can Improve Your Relationship In couples therapy, you will learn many different ways to improve your connection with your partner. But, it might surprise you to learn that one of the most important things you can do to help your marriage is to work on your own self-awareness. Today,…
Read MoreMeet a Utah Therapist: Paige Gifford, LAMFT
Meet Paige Gifford, MA, LAMFT: Utah Therapist Finding the right Utah therapist for you and your family can be difficult, but it doesn’t have to be. Our qualified and caring therapists are here to help you find the best fit for you and to help you have a great experience in therapy. Today, you will…
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