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You were betrayed. Now what?

in Blog January 8, 2020 1712 0 0

Betrayal is a common topic of conversation in therapy because it is a deeply personal and often hurtful experience. Betrayal strips us from our power; yet, betrayal is part of most people’s lives. We both betray and are betrayed by &hellip...

What’s Better than 12 Drummers Drumming?

in Blog December 22, 2019 1408 0 1

I was rereading my seasonal blog post from this time last year to prepare for writing this, and I think a lot of the points still hold up: please check it out if you, like myself, are one of the … Continue reading →

Your Year-End Reflection Guide

in Blog December 11, 2019 1826 0 0

Well, we’ve done it: with just a couple of weeks left in 2019, another year is almost in the books. In my therapy room, my clients and I spend a considerable amount of time looking backwards in order to best … Continue reading →

Make Better Use of Time with Timeouts

in Blog October 16, 2019 1829 0 2

Football season is in full swing and, even though rooting for DC dooms me to disappointment every year, it is one of my favorite sports to watch. Effective football strategy often reveals intrapsychic and interpersonal insight which is just as...

Parent Yourself

in Blog September 12, 2019 1782 0 3

Many couples and families initially seek therapeutic services in hopes of managing their day-to-day stressors more effectively. It’s not uncommon for many of us to feel depleted, as though we are running on fumes. Award-winning author, feminist...

Changing Your Own Game

in Blog August 26, 2019 1594 0 0

As complex beings, our cognitions, emotions, and perceptions stem from multiple sources. Our views of ourselves, how we see others, and our individual thought processes are based on experiences (to give us affirmations or challenge our way of...

Agreeableness & Happiness: How to Have More of Both in Your Relationship

in Blog August 15, 2019 2698 0 0

This month we have been seeing lots of premarital couples. These couples remind me of the excitement of planning a wedding and how much in love engaged couples are. It is heartwarming to see loving couples preparing for the wedding &hellip...

The Laws of In-Laws

in Blog July 2, 2019 1886 0 1

Over the course of my lifetime, I have become increasingly aware of how growing up as an only child, in a single parent household can present with its own unique strengths and challenges. Everyone has an inimitable background. It’s undeniable...

Next Level Happiness

in Blog June 18, 2019 2138 0 0

Today is the first day of summer, and I find myself feeling a deep sense of happiness as the calendar stretches out before me filled with sunshine, fireflies, and lazy days with family. What are some of the things that … Continue reading...

Stop Being In Love With Your Partner

in Blog May 29, 2019 1948 0 0

I am often reminded of how hard it was when my kids were little. Temper tantrums, time outs, crying, exhaustion, and lack of sleep made me quite miserable. Yet I love my kids. Sometimes marriage is similar. We misbehave, hurt … Continue...

The Subtle Art of Not Losing Your Cool

in Blog May 9, 2019 1583 0 1

Conflict and disagreements are inevitable occurrences in intimate relationships. While they are often viewed as problematic, it is important to note that they can actually serve as important fodder for growth and development for both partners...

Spring Cleaning for Your Mental Health

in Blog April 23, 2019 1831 0 0

Hi readers and fellow mental health enthusiasts! Taking time to focus on ourselves is a healthy way to begin a new phase in our lives. And considering this is my first week at Lindsey Hoskins & Associates, I thought I … Continue...