Recognizing Passive-Aggressive Behaviors In A Spouse

A passive-aggressive approach to confrontation in any relationship is always a problem. However, in a marriage, the effects of this behavior can be especially problematic as it can lead to issues with communication, trust, and even intimacy. It's important to be able to identify this behavior quickly so that you and your spouse can work to move past it.  Zero Conflict Resolution The main thing to remember about a passive-aggressive spouse is that they rarely reveal a true sense of their feelings, and as a result, they make zero effort to resolve the problem. [Read More]

3 Tips For Helping Your Child Grieve Their Pet

Death is a part of life. Even though you know this in the back of your mind, you can never really prepare for the loss of a loved one. Children, especially, will have a hard time coping with the loss of a family member or friend, but they can also struggle after the death of their beloved pet. If you and your family have recently lost a pet, help is available. [Read More]

Is Your Family Still Struggling With The Aftermath Of Your Addiction? 3 Tips To Bring Everyone Closer Through Counseling

When someone in the family has an addiction, it is common for everyone to be impacted. While you were actively doing drugs or drinking excessively, your relationships with your spouse and children likely became strained. You may have also discovered that the different reactions of your family members to your behaviors may have created distance between them as well. For instance, one family member may have built up resentments about your behavior while another one felt led to give you support. [Read More]

Ways That A Children's Therapist Creates An Appealing Environment For Patients

When people picture a therapy session, they often think about a patient lying on a couch and a therapist sitting nearby with a notepad, scribbling observations while the patient talks. This may be the case for lots of therapists, but when it comes to therapists whose focus is working with children, you'll generally find that they work hard to make the environment less formal. If you're thinking about having your child see a therapist, you want to find someone who is not only a good fit, but whose environment will be conducive to your child opening up. [Read More]