Father’s Day and “Fathering” Day
Posted by Judy on Jun 15, 2011 in General Information, parenting, relationships, Wellness | 0 comments
On this Father’s Day, what will you to to acknowledge the man that brought you into this Earth, and who showed you the ropes about how to be the good guy you’ve grown into? Remember your first little league game where he cheered you on from the stands? How about that first bike ride? Maybe you remember...
Effectively Communicating with Your Spouse
Posted by Judy on May 19, 2011 in General Information, marriage counseling, relationships, Wellness | 3 comments
An Interview with Therapist Diane DuBois LMFT
By: Jaleh
Are you having a difficult time communicating with your spouse? If so you’re not alone. Many married couples have a difficult time getting along because of poor communication skills. To help understand common communication mistakes married couples...
6 Keys of Assertive Communication
Communication is so important that it can make or break a relationship, is critical to success, and instantly reflects your self-esteem to listeners - for better or for worse. Assertive communication commands respect, projects confidence, and inspires influence. It is respectful, direct, honest, open,...S. T. O. P – A four-step strategy for handling conflicts
1. STOP! As soon as you notice yourself getting uncomfortable with the way your conversation is going, STOP! Then say: I need a time out. This gives you a chance to take a break without blaming your partner for your discomfort. 2. TIME OUT. This means physically separating from each other in order to...Couple Therapy for Lesbians and Gay Men: The Basics
When to Seek Treatment I recently received a call from a woman who was interested in couple therapy. She and her partner were planning a wedding and thought it would be a good idea to have pre-marital counseling “to iron out a few problems”. After a few months in treatment, they agreed that the work...
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