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Grief During The Holidays

The holiday season can be an especially challenging time for those experiencing grief and loss. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, offering compassionate and practical advice can help individuals and families navigate this difficult period. Here’s a helpful list of 15 therapy tips & therapeutic insights for people dealing with grief during the holidays: 1. […]

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Premarital counseling offers several benefits for couples preparing for marriage

These include: 1. Improved Communication: Counseling helps couples learn effective communication techniques, ensuring they can openly express needs, concerns, and feelings while avoiding misunderstandings. 2. Conflict Resolution Skills: Couples are taught strategies to handle disagreements and manage conflict constructively, reducing the likelihood of recurring arguments. 3. Clarification of Expectations: Premarital counseling encourages couples to discuss

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Holidays can be a particularly challenging time for those recovering from an eating disorder

Here are some coping strategies for dealing with holiday food stress that I share with my clients: #1 Set Boundaries Communicate with family or friends: Let them know about your needs and concerns.  Ask for their support in avoiding triggering conversations or pressures around food.  Plan ahead: Decide in advance which foods you’re comfortable eating

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