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Why Shame Is Unhealthy
Shame is something that you are probably used to, but don’t realize it. That is because you, like most other people, see shame as synonymous with guilt (Related Article: Guilt Versus Shame). Knowing the difference between shame and guilt will help you be healthy as you approach your shortcomings in life. Let’s talk about why…
Read MoreMarriage Therapy – Signs That We Need It – South Jordan
If you live near South Jordan, marriage therapy is close by. As we have talked about on these blogs before, most couples enter couples therapy years after when they first need it (see John Gottman’s work). So let’s talk about the signs that you need couples therapy now. Your Fighting Isn’t Productive The first sign…
Read MoreMarriage Counseling – Orem
Marriage counseling in Orem can be affordable and effective. We have been offering couples therapy in Utah Valley for a few decades now. We are trained marriage and family therapists and know how to help couples struggling with their relationship. Here are a few things to consider when thinking of coming to marriage counseling. Start…
Read MoreRelationship Counseling: How to Balance Couple and Family Time
How Relationship Counseling Can Help You Learn to Balance Couple and Family Time One common struggle that gets brought up in relationship counseling is how to balance couple and family time. It is important for you and your spouse to show your child love and affection. But how can you find a good balance between…
Read MoreMeet a Utah Therapist: Ryan Anstead, LAMFT
Meet Utah Therapist Ryan Anstead, LAMFT Are you looking for a therapist for you and your family in Utah? The search for the right counselor can seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Our office has many trained and experienced therapists that are here to help. (Related article: How to Find the Best Therapist…
Read MoreParenting: How to Help Your Child Process Big Feelings
How to Parent When Your Child Is Experiencing Difficult Feelings Parenting is not always easy, especially when your child is going through a hard time. No matter your phase of parenthood, you will inevitably see your kids experience many “big” and challenging feelings. But what can you do to help your child during these difficult…
Read MoreCouples Therapy: Avoiding Criticism
Couples Therapy: Criticism If you are familiar with the world of couples therapy, you may have heard of John Gottman’s “Four Horsemen”. The Four Horsemen were trends that Gottman noticed in the couples he studied. And these four trends tend to be able to predict if a couple will stay together or break up. The…
Read MoreCommunication Skills: Requests Vs. Boundaries
Communication Skills: How to Set Better Boundaries In our last blog post you learned about the basics of boundaries and how therapy can improve your communication skills. But what if you have tried to set boundaries and it seems like they just aren’t working? What is missing? Today, we will talk about a common mistake…
Read MoreTherapy for Teens: How to Respond to Negative Self-Talk
Therapy for Teens: How to Respond to Your Child’s Negative Self-Talk Maybe you are reading this because you aren’t sure if you should seek therapy for your teen’s negative self-talk. Or maybe your teen is acting differently lately and seems more negative about their appearance or grades. Negativity can be somewhat normal when it comes…
Read MoreFamily Counseling: Managing Screen Time
How Family Counseling Can Help You Set Tech Boundaries with Your Kids A common reason families come to family counseling is to find a way to reconnect and communicate effectively. You might be searching for the same. But, in today’s Digital Age, you have probably noticed how creating and maintaining that healthy connection can be…
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