Journeying Towards Self-Acceptance and Emotional Connection: Navigating Unknown Territory through Avoidant Attachment Style
Dear potential client/individual with an avoidant attachment style, I know it wasn’t easy for you to reach out. You have worked hard your whole life to be self-sufficient not to have to rely on others, so this is a big step for you to seek therapy. It’s clear that...
Understanding Anxious Attachment in Relationships: A Therapist’s Perspective
Dear potential client/individual with an anxious attachment style, I know you feel anxious about the state of your relationships (family, plutonic, and romantic). This is what brings you to therapy. You’re constantly wondering if people in your life care about you or...
Premarital Counseling: Setting a Solid Foundation for Your Relationship
In life, we often prepare for significant events: we study for exams, undergo training for jobs, and take classes to improve our skills. Yet, when it comes to relationships, many of us dive in headfirst, hoping for the best without adequate preparation. Premarital...
Preventive Maintenance: Tending to Your Relationship Before It Hits a Rough Patch
Imagine tending to a campfire. You can be proactive, steadily adding small pieces of wood to maintain a consistent burn. By anticipating the fire’s needs, you ensure its strength and warmth remain steady. Alternatively, you can be reactive, neglecting the fire...