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Can we work on our relationship without therapy?
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Can we work on our relationship without therapy?

Not every couple is ready—or able—to go to couples counseling. Sometimes schedules don’t align, one partner feels hesitant about therapy, or the cost simply isn’t realistic right now. The good news is that meaningful relationship growth doesn’t have to start in a therapist’s office. There are many powerful resources—books, videos, and personal development tools—that can help couples communicate better, understand each other more deeply, and strengthen their connection. In this article, you’ll discover practical resources couples can use to improve their relationship even if couples counseling isn’t currently an option.

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Grief Hallucinations | You’re Not Crazy!
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Grief Hallucinations | You’re Not Crazy!

It is common after the loss of a loved one or pet to experience their presence or to see, hear, smell them or feel their touch. In fact, people are more likely to have had such an experience than not. If you experience a grief hallucination, it doesn’t mean you’re crazy or that you’re having particularly complicated grief.

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Rebuilding Trust  | 4 Big Issues
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Rebuilding Trust | 4 Big Issues

Trust violations in a relationship are complex and challenging to fix. In this article, I’m going to share four important issues to consider if you are coping with damaged trust in your relationship. In twenty-five years as a therapist, I’ve supported many individuals and couples in their processes of rebuilding trust. To get a satisfying outcome, you have to proceed carefully and be well-informed.

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What To Expect In Your First Therapy Session
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What To Expect In Your First Therapy Session

If you’re new to therapy, you might be uncertain about what will happen in the first session. For some people this causes apprehension that can be a barrier to initiating therapy. For others, it can lead to confusion about what can be accomplished in the first meeting. Here is some clarification about how the first session with your new therapist is likely to go.

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