relationship problems
Couples Therapist: Rachel Brown
Meet Rachel Brown, therapist at the Center for Couples and Families! Rachel Brown grew up in upstate New York, and has spent the past 10 years in Utah. She received her bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University in English and Family Studies, and is currently a master’s student at Touro University and an intern therapist.…
Read MoreOrem and South Jordan Couples Counselor: Stephanie Benson
Meet Stephanie, Couples Counselor at the Center for Couples and Families in Orem and South Jordan! Stephanie is an Ohio native who set off on a new adventure to Utah in 2015. She is an intern therapist and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. On her journey to becoming a…
Read MoreCommunication In Marriage – How To Take A Half-Step
Communication in marriage can be difficult. You want to communicate in an honest way and connect with your spouse in order to have a good relationship. You want emotional intimacy. However, becoming emotionally intimate in your marriage isn’t easy and often feels counterintuitive (Related Article: Emotional Intimacy: What It Is And How To Get It…
Read MoreTips For Relationship Problems From A Utah Therapist
I’ll share with you a few tips for relationship problems as I have learned from clients what works. As a Utah marriage and family therapist, I have noticed several trends that are worth sharing. Be Deliberate Clients who seem to be healthy and have a good relationship are deliberate about it. A good…
Read MoreMarriage Counseling in Spanish Fork Utah
Marriage counseling in Spanish Fork Utah isn’t hard to find. Finding the right fit between you and a marriage counselor can be. It’s important to know that not every therapist is meant for you. A counselor that worked for your friends might be a good fit for them, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they are…
Read MoreHelp For Pornography Problems
People looking for help for pornography problems need to understand this principle: Pornography use is an avoidance issue. It’s not a sexual addiction or a sex issue. Rather, it is an avoidance problem. When you use pornography, you release chemicals in your body that feel good, or comfortable (Related Article: 3 Principles Of Emotional Health).…
Read MoreIndividual Therapy Tips – Guilt versus Shame
Here are some individual therapy tips from a Utah counselor about knowing the difference between guilt and shame. Oh, how this is important! There is a difference and most people get it wrong. Knowing the difference between these two can help you avoid misunderstandings, personal mental health issues and discomfort. It can also help you…
Read MoreIndividual Therapy Tip: Anger is a Secondary Emotion
As a counselor offering individual therapy for nearly two decades, I have learned about emotions. I have noticed how well clients do that are able to properly recognize, feel and cope with their emotions (Related article: Emotions 101: How To Be Healthy). By doing this they are able to live a healthy life, where they…
Read MoreMy Spouse Is Using Pornography, What Do I Do?
If you have ever said to yourself – my spouse is using pornography, what do I do? You have come to the right place to learn about it. You are not alone in this world. Many other women ask the same question. Most marriages have experience with one partner using pornography at some point. …
Read MoreCommunication In Marriage Tip – Use A Soft Start Up
Here is a communication in marriage tip to help you develop better skills to communicate well with your spouse. These are taken from John Gottman’s research with couples over the years and my experience as a marriage and family therapist in Utah for nearly two decades. Communication in Marriage Tip – Soft Start Up…
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