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Additive vs Subtractive Goals – Counseling
In counseling, we teach couples, individuals and families, here in Utah, to point themselves where they want to go. This can be difficult when talking about something that is painful for you or that you want to let go of. Let’s talk about what this means. Difference Between Additive and Subtractive Goals When making goals,…
Read MoreWhy Shame Is Unhealthy
Shame is something that you are probably used to, but don’t realize it. That is because you, like most other people, see shame as synonymous with guilt (Related Article: Guilt Versus Shame). Knowing the difference between shame and guilt will help you be healthy as you approach your shortcomings in life. Let’s talk about why…
Read MoreBuildling Trust In A Marriage Relationship – Couples Counseling
Let’s talk about how to build trust in your marriage relationship. After working with couples in Utah Valley for over 2 decades, I’ve noticed a few themes regarding trust in relationships. I’ll discuss them here and how to apply them with your partner (Related Article: Marriage Counseling: How To Build Trust). Trust Is Different Than…
Read MoreMarriage Therapy – Signs That We Need It – South Jordan
If you live near South Jordan, marriage therapy is close by. As we have talked about on these blogs before, most couples enter couples therapy years after when they first need it (see John Gottman’s work). So let’s talk about the signs that you need couples therapy now. Your Fighting Isn’t Productive The first sign…
Read MoreMarriage Counseling – Orem
Marriage counseling in Orem can be affordable and effective. We have been offering couples therapy in Utah Valley for a few decades now. We are trained marriage and family therapists and know how to help couples struggling with their relationship. Here are a few things to consider when thinking of coming to marriage counseling. Start…
Read MoreMarriage Counseling: What It Is And What It Isn’t
When coming to marriage counseling, it’s important to know what to expect and what not to expect. After doing marriage counseling for over 2 decades, I’ve noticed a few things that I can share to help you understand. Marriage Counseling Is A Place To Talk First, marriage counseling, simply put, is a place to talk…
Read MoreCreating Goals in Utah Counseling
Utah Counseling: How to Create Great Goals for Therapy As part of your Utah Counseling experience, you will work with your therapist to create goals. Effective goals in therapy can give your counseling sessions focus, direction, and momentum. And good goals can help you watch your progress as you move through the process. But what…
Read MoreWhat to Expect in Your First Individual Therapy Appointment
Your First Individual Therapy Appointment: What To Expect So, you’ve called and scheduled your first individual therapy appointment. Congratulations! It can be a challenge to make the first step when you are new to the therapy world. Now that you’ve got the appointment scheduled, what can you expect? Today, you will learn about how things…
Read MoreMoody Teen? Here’s How Therapy Can Help
Therapy for Your Teen: How to Manage Big Feelings If you are the parent of a teenager, you might be seeing a lot of big feelings coming from your child. And managing your teens’ moods can be overwhelming! Maybe your teen cries, throws fits, and acts defiant in a way that feels like their toddler…
Read MoreJust Breathe! Reduce Anxiety With This Simple Exercise
Just Breathe! Reduce Anxiety With This Simple Exercise Anxiety might seize you in the middle of the night, or perhaps at the beginning of a work meeting, or maybe while driving your kids to soccer practice. Wherever it happens, it can overwhelm you. Your mind won’t stop running; body is tense; heart is racing. You…
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