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Need Help Managing Your Self-Care Right Now?

May 6, 2022

Steven Losardo, LMFT We usually think big when we think about changing our lives, setting goals, or being healthy. But what about the small changes that have a huge impact? But, if you’re looking to make some significant changes in your life, one of the best things you can do is build a routine for your evening. By establishing a set time for yourself each day, you’ll be more likely to stick to those goals and avoid…

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How Do I Prepare Myself for the Transition From College to the Real World?

May 5, 2022

Zoe Mittman, LSW Life is filled with so many transitions — both big and small, but all impactful, nonetheless. As humans, we like some degree of certainty and control. Naturally with transitions, however, uncertainty, change, and a lack of control arise. That said, it is during these scary times that you can grow the most. It may not seem like it at the moment, but reflect back on any transition you have experienced and ask yourself what…

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Is My Relationship Reciprocal, or Am I Keeping Score?

May 4, 2022

Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified  Is Your Relationship Reciprocal?  All healthy relationships include reciprocity. What’s reciprocity? It’s a mutual exchange between two or more people or groups of people who are in some type of relationships, such as romantic partners, family members, friends, community members, and work colleagues. This blog will focus on romantic partnerships. Reciprocity is also referred to as a “give and take.” What is mutually exchanged in relationships? Some things that are exchanged…

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Is It Bad to Be Too Nice?

May 3, 2022

By: Danielle Bertini, LPC “Nice guys finish last.” You’ve probably heard that expression before, but have you ever given thought to what that really means? Why would nice people be less likely to win? It would seem that a nice person would actually have an advantage over nasty people in the social hierarchy. They’re more enjoyable to be around, they radiate positive energy, so why would they then “finish last?” Is there any truth to this cliché…

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What Is Infidelity And How Does Recovery Start?

May 2, 2022

Andrew D. Castillo, LCSW, MSW Trust and a sense of safety are the foundations of a healthy, long-lasting relationship. When those foundations are undermined, the impacts can be devastating. Betrayed partners are often left with a multitude of questions; Why did this happen? What does this mean for the future? How do I recover from this? Offending partners may wonder how they can rebuild what has been lost, and even what led them to this point. While…

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Infidelity: How Do I Forgive My Partner?

May 1, 2022

By: Bridgette W. Gottwald, LPC, NCC As a couples and marital counselor, infidelity is one of the common trends that comes up often. Clients often ask me if it’s possible to overcome infidelity within a relationship and the short answer is yes. However, there needs to be a desire to overcome it on both ends of the relationship and it takes a large amount of mental, emotional, and psychological work. To begin, three main factors are involved…

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I’m Not Good Enough: What Led Me Here?

April 30, 2022

By: Bridgette W. Gottwald, LPC, NCC The narrative of “I’m not good enough” has become far too common across America. It can “plague” people of all kinds of different cultures, incomes, education levels, and income levels. This one, though, is the “mother thought of despair.” It can drag you down and overwhelm you with anxiety and depression. This blog will provide seven reasons why these thoughts are happening and make suggestions of how you can feel better…

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Should I Date Him/Her/Them?

April 23, 2022

Andromeda Peters, LICSW The “Should I’s?” that many of us face in our day-to-day decision making are infinite. The question of should we make for dinner, should we go do a workout, should we go to bed early, or should we finish a Netflix show are questions we may run into on a daily or even hourly basis. Even though we may deliberate, we typically find ourselves at a conclusion quite quickly without needing much advice from…

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Boundaries: Who Are They For & How Are They Enforced?

April 22, 2022

Written by Brittany Lieberman, LGPC Edited by Seth Yavit, LPC Discussing the topic of preferred personal boundaries can have real, lasting, relationship-saving benefits. That being said, do you know how to define a boundary? How about ways to implement them? What about maintaining boundaries? Let’s explore this beneficial and potentially complex topic together.   Who Are Boundaries For?  Anyone who is currently in a relationship can benefit from boundaries, but most importantly, boundaries are for the individual…

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How Can I Improve Communication With My Partner?

April 18, 2022

Natalia DeSouza, LPC Many couples struggle to find ways to improve their communication skills and deepen intimacy. Conflict in relationships is completely normal, however, it is important for couples to learn how to navigate difficult moments without adding more strain on the relationship. Dr. John Gottman describes three skills and one rule for positively communicating with a partner, especially during times of high stress and conflict. This conversational road map can help by strengthening the couple’s emotional…

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