New Dating Relationship Pitfalls – Making Assumptions

New Dating Relationship Pitfalls – Making Assumptions It’s normal to make assumptions in a new dating relationship. However, relying on them too much in dating can cause problems. Such as misunderstandings, hurt feelings, and mismatched needs (Related Article: Counseling for Dating Anxiety). In the early stages of a relationship, insecurities are higher, and we don’t…

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Buildling Trust In A Marriage Relationship – Couples Counseling

Let’s talk about how to build trust in your marriage relationship. After working with couples in Utah Valley for over 2 decades, I’ve noticed a few themes regarding trust in relationships. I’ll discuss them here and how to apply them with your partner (Related Article: Marriage Counseling: How To Build Trust).  Trust Is Different Than…

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Marriage 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…

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Secure Attachment and Emotional Safety in Couples Therapy

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Becoming More Accessible, Responsive, and Engaged with Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy In your search for a couples therapist, you may have seen mention of EFT or Emotionally Focused Therapy. EFT is a style of therapy that focuses on how you and your partner process and react to emotions in your relationship. It can help you…

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Start Fresh in Couples Counseling

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 Get a Fresh Start for the New Year in Couples Counseling New year, new you! And new marriage, too? Couples counseling can help. The new year is a great time to work on starting fresh when it comes to your goals, aspirations, and your relationships. Now is as good a time as any to make…

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Debunking Myths in Counseling: “Marriage Should Be Easy”

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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…

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Encourage Sincere Change in Couples Therapy

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 How to Encourage Sincere Change in Couples Therapy In couples therapy, you will work alongside your partner to create genuine changes. As the new year approaches, you might be even more motivated to turn over a new leaf and find ways to improve your bond with your partner.  But, what creates real change? Odds are,…

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Navigate Complicated Family Relationships During the Holidays

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How Therapy Can Help You Navigate Complicated Family Relationships During the Holidays Although the holidays can be a time for joy and celebration, your family relationships might make things challenging. Difficult interactions with family can take the fun out of the happiest time of the year. You might be nervous about family get-togethers. Maybe you…

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Marriage Counseling: How to Make Arguments More Productive

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Marriage Counseling: How to make arguments more productive Communication is key. You might have heard that phrase before. Communication plays an important role in all our relationships, including marriage. It is important in healthy romantic relationships to work together with your partner, to try and be on the same page. Communication is one of our…

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