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Couples Therapy

MINDFUL RELATIONSHIPS

Mindful partners demonstrate thoughtfulness around the partner’s needs, and adjust accordingly. Consequently, partners feel loved and cared for, and usually respond with being thoughtful in return

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Emotion

Why do we feel shame?

Shame is a complicated and often misperceived emotion that can profoundly impact our lives. It can appear as a whisper of self-doubt to the devastating belief of being incapable or unworthy. Shame manifests itself in various forms leaving the bearer feeling that they are not enough, often driven to isolate and hide away from the overwhelm and onslaught of feelings it ignites. This leads us to explore what shame is and how to discover the hidden signals and opportunities for

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Addiction

My Therapist Recommended I See a Psychiatrist. Now What?

Beginning the journey of psychiatric care can be daunting, especially when it comes to considering medication.
Let’s debunk some common myths surrounding psychiatric medications to help ease any apprehensions and empower you to make informed decisions about your mental health treatment.

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Tips to Improve Your Sleep

by Emma Ekum, LMFT Poor sleep is connected to several health risks, as mentioned in our previous blog post, Get Better Sleep. Here are some habits you can practice to help yourself get proper sleep and optimize your physical and mental health. Changing even a few of these habits can enhance your quality of sleep, and improve your physical and mental health. For further assistance, the Avedian Counseling Center would be happy to help. Authored by Emma Ekum, LMFT Emma

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How Does Your Message Land? 

How Does Your Message Land?  Are you aware of how your communication lands when speaking with someone? As we strengthen our emotional intelligence, we gain insight into how we impact those around us.  It’s not uncommon to speak with good intentions and realize that the receiving party has become uncomfortable, so much so that they are defensive.  Reflecting on how a conversation might have escalated when you felt misunderstood is a great way to break your unhelpful communication pattern. When

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Pace Yourself

A marathon runner must learn how to pace themselves throughout the race to avoid burnout. Pace yourself is defined as “doing something at a speed that is steady and that allows one to continue without becoming too tired.” There is a constant and steady pace that is sustainable and helps them reach their goal without compromising the race or experiencing extensive injuries. Throughout this race, some will grab a bottle of water on the way to quench their thirst, but

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