Emotional Intimacy
Orem Marriage Counseling: Laura Davies
Meet Laura, Couples Counselor at the Center for Couples and Families in Orem! Laura Davies is originally from Chapel Hill, NC. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies with an emphasis in Human Development from Brigham Young University and has remained in Utah ever since. Laura is currently receiving her Master’s Degree in Marriage…
Read MoreOrem Marriage Counselor: Brian Johnson
Meet Brian, Marriage Counselor at the Center for Couples and Families in Orem! Brian Johnson is a marriage counselor, from Lindon, Utah. He earned his bachelor’s degree in family studies from BYU. He subsequently earned his master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) from Dixie State University along with an emphasis in working with…
Read MoreAnxiety Help – Couples Therapy
Anxiety help often comes in the form of couples therapy. When one of you struggles, you both struggle. Anxiety in either yourself or your partner can cause marriage problems (Related Article: What To Do About Marriage Problems Because Of Anxiety). Knowing what to do when you are having marriage problems because of anxiety is important. …
Read MoreHelp With Depression
If you need help with depression in Utah, you have come to the right place. Depression is something that most people go through in their lives (all people?). Many people in your neighborhood are struggling with depression right now. Some of them get treatment and some of them figure out how to handle it on…
Read MoreMarriage Counseling In Orem
Marriage counseling in Orem can be effective. Most couples wait years too long to start couples therapy and their relationship pays the price (Related article: Couples Counseling: Why Waiting Can Hurt). If you and your spouse are on the fence about coming in or not, consider the following. Attend Or Not, Either Way, It’s Going…
Read MoreCommon Relationship Problems: Stonewalling
Overcome Common Relationship Problems: Stonewalling When it comes to relationship problems, this one is at the top of the list – stonewalling (Here are some others: Relationship Problems – Criticism and Relationship Problems – Contempt and Relationship Problems – Defensiveness). One of the most important things to remember is that it’s not the presence of…
Read MoreCommon Relationship Problems: Defensiveness
Navigating Common Relationship Problems: Defensiveness Let’s talk about one of the more common relationship problems – defensiveness (Related Article: Relationship Problems – Criticism and Relationship Problems – Contempt). Remember, it’s not the presence of relationship problems (i.e., arguments, fights) that leads to divorce. But rather, it’s how you handle your relationship problems that can lead…
Read MoreCommunication in Relationships
Good communication in relationships isn’t something that comes naturally to most people. It’s hard to communicate with your partner when you are hurt or afraid. Your natural tendency is to learn away from danger, or the source of pain in your life. This is how your ancestors survived over time. They were able to lean…
Read MoreWhat Is Emotional Safety In A Relationship?
Let’s talk about what emotional safety is and why it matters to your relationship and how to get it. What Is Emotional Safety? Emotional safety in your relationship is knowing and feeling that your partner sees you, accepts you and will be there for you. It involves being able to make mistakes and…
Read MoreHold Emotional Space For Your Spouse
Let’s talk about how to hold emotional space for your spouse. If you want to get closer to your spouse and create more emotional intimacy in your relationship (Related Article: Emotional Intimacy: What It Is And How To Get It), you will want to learn this skill. This is also part of creating crucial emotional…
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