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Preparing to Heal Post-Election

in Blog November 13, 2016 2669 0 0

Therapist in Bethesda, MD After such a divisive, protracted, and psychologically taxing election process, many people are left reeling with shock, disappointment, rage, and fear. It’s important to note, though, that there are also a lot...

Learning to Lean Into the Discomfort

in Blog November 6, 2016 5801 0 0

Therapist in Bethesda, MD Many clients who have worked with me have heard me say lean into the discomfort. I first heard this phrase at some point in my therapy training, and it was not something that I immediately gravitated … Continue...

Bipartisan marriage? Tips for leaving the fighting to the politicians

in Blog October 26, 2016 2276 0 0

What happens when you share a bed with the other side? This is the reality for 30 percent of married couples. Here are some tips for brokering a peace deal at home Continue reading...

Fostering a Culture of Awareness

in Blog October 12, 2016 2685 0 0

Therapy in Bethesda, MD When I take a look at all of the awareness and appreciation events filling up my calendar in the near future, I realize that October, in particular, is chock-full of them! This month is known for a … Continue...

Accepting “Good Enough”

in Blog September 28, 2016 2471 0 0

Couple’s Counseling Bethesda, MD Many us of in this day and age have some, shall we say, “perfectionist” tendencies. It’s perfectly normal to feel as though you’re not doing enough in a fast-paced and competitive world. We want...

Savoring Summer with the “3 Rs”

in Blog July 26, 2016 2621 0 0

As July draws to a close, it can be difficult to see past the blazing sun, unbearable humidity, heat waves, and sunscreen as you race from work to soccer practices, swimming lessons, day camp activities, and play dates. Summer obligations can...

Change

in Blog April 13, 2016 2549 0 0

A Therapist Chevy Chase, MD Trusts Discusses The Impact of Change: Blind Melon has a great song called Change (yes, I was a high schooler in the early 90’s). If you are at all into music, look it up. Great … Continue reading →

How to Hear and Be Heard in Your Relationship

in Blog March 28, 2016 2685 0 0

One of the most common reasons for couples to come in to couples counseling in Potomac MD is to work on communication. Often one member of a couple will say, “He just doesn’t listen!” or think, “I know she heard me, but … Continue reading...

Don’t Be a Mind-Reader

in Blog March 3, 2016 4643 0 0

This post is the second in our series on Cognitive Distortions — problematic ways of thinking about relationships that lead to conflict, misunderstanding, and dysfunction. During couples counseling in Potomac MD, I see many of these types...

Emotional Labor and its Cost to Intimate Relationships

in Blog February 25, 2016 3170 0 0

In early February, I got married. A few days later, my new husband and I were re-playing the events of the day and talking about all the little details that made our wedding special. We applauded ourselves for sharing the … Continue...

Difficult Choices: Children and Divorce

in Blog April 30, 2015 2782 0 0

“Will my child(ren) be okay?” When our Bethesda family therapists work with clients who are struggling with their marriage and contemplating divorce, this question is bound to be asked of as they struggle with the enormity of such a...

A Healthy Approach to Valentine’s Day

in Blog February 5, 2015 3024 0 0

Our couples’ counselors in MD are well aware: it’s February, and that means we’re fast approaching Valentine’s Day — Cupid’s big day out and, believe it or not, a source of stress for many in couple...