Healing interactions in relationships are a necessary part of satisfying connection. When we lack them—or when they happen too infrequently—the landscape of our relationships can quickly begin to deteriorate. Healing interactions are not about rushing to resolution or checking a box. They are reciprocal, intentional, and designed to tap into the emotional core of an underlying need or conflict. It has often been said that behind every conflict lies a wish. In order to improve your ability to have effective healing interactions with someone you care about, it is necessary to deepen empathy, strengthen curiosity, and practice both consistently.
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Feeling Disappointed in Relationship? Read this ⬇️
When the Qualities You Loved Become the Ones That Frustrate You
There are certain qualities that naturally draw us to a romantic partner—traits that excite us, inspire us, and make us feel connected. But sometimes, those very same qualities that once felt so magnetic can later become a source of tension. For example, you might be drawn to someone’s ambition—their drive, their passion, the way they chase after their goals. But as time goes on, that ambition might start to feel like a wall between you, morphing into long work hours, missed plans, and a sense that quality time isn’t a priority.
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Important Considerations Before Starting Therapy…
Considerations For Getting Started in Therapy
Many folks might be curious about starting therapy but struggle to know how to select a therapist or even how to consider therapy services. If you do not work in the healthcare field yourself or are new to the idea of investing in therapy, you may be very unfamiliar with how it all works.
This post aims to help people become more familiar with the current landscape of therapy so that you can make informed choices about your care.
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Do I need therapy? Maybe. Probably. Don’t we all?
We all go through times when we feel ill-equipped to navigate a tough situation or distant from ourselves and others. We might know something’s off but struggle to figure out exactly how to change it or what can be done to produce different results.
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What is the Modern Accelerated Program (MAP 90-minute consultation) and How Can it Help?
Healthy Relationships and Personal Growth
The MAP 90-minute consult for couples provides a safe space to explore relationship concerns without the pressure to commit to ongoing weekly therapy as partners. I have found in my years of working with couples that sometimes a psychoeducational consultation is exactly what is needed.
The Benefits of Therapy…
Everyone goes through times when they feel discouraged, overwhelmed, and uncertain. Or, times when they are struggling in important relationships – whether with parents, siblings, friends, co-workers, or partners. Therapy can help by allowing you the space to explore the source of the struggle(s)…to heal…to feel encouraged, to take action, and build hope about what’s possible for the future.
How Does Couples Therapy Work?
“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” -George Bernard Shaw
