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Individual Therapy
There are plenty of reasons to stop drinking, and all of them are valid. Maybe you’ve struggled with addiction, have a chronic illness, or take mental health medications. Maybe you are focusing on diet and lifestyle changes for other reasons. No matter why you choose to forego drinking, you should feel confident in that decision--and you should bring that confidence into your dating life.
When we talk about breakups, we usually think about romantic relationships, but breakups with a close friend can be just as important and hurtful. Of course, that does not necessarily mean that the “break up” was a mistake. We all have different priorities, and that’s completely okay. We need to normalize the fact that relationships--platonic and romantic--have a natural ebb and flow. Sometimes we need a break, and admittedly that can be hard. With that in mind, keep reading for tips on navigating a break up with a close friend.
Couples Therapy
Explain why Although your specific reasons for starting couples therapy might vary depending on the relationship, there is usually a common thread: a commitment to your relationship and partner. So when first bringing up couples therapy, it might be a good idea to emphasize how much you value your relationship and want to work on making it the best it can be for both of you. This can help keep your partner from going immediately on the defensive, and can help you ultimately have a more productive conversation.
Some of the advice we have heard from friends or family about relationships can be misguided. Each couple has their own dynamic and patterns of communication that work for them. Sometimes statements that are meant to be helpful can actually be harmful to your relationship. While the advice may be given with good intentions, not all advice is good advice. Below are some examples!
Chronic Illness Therapy
Anxiety Therapy
Focus on what you can control. There are many things out of our control right now, and focusing on these things will not help your anxiety. Instead, put your attention onto what is within your power. For example, wearing a mask, practicing social distancing, and limiting contact with others are all pieces of CDC advice that you can control by implementing into your own life.
Focus on what you can control. There are many things out of our control right now, and focusing on these things will not help your anxiety. Instead, put your attention onto what is within your power. For example, wearing a mask, practicing social distancing, and limiting contact with others are all pieces of CDC advice that you can control by implementing into your own life.