A common fear in the dating world is whether you are being “too picky” or if you are “settling” when it comes to choosing a partner you will spend the rest of your life with. Sometimes, both fears are held at once. Whether you fear you are settling or being too picky, the fear is…
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When I’m in a session with a couple or an individual who comes to me to work on a relationship issue, it is not uncommon for one of the early sessions to involve discussing the 5 Love Languages. I know, you’re probably thinking, “what is it with this woman and her obsession with this book/idea?!?!”…
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Pages: 244 Ideal Reader: Sexually active individuals in long term relationships, Couples, Relationship therapists Ideal Issues: Difficulty talking about sex/sexuality with significant other Differences in sexual desires within a relationship Wanting more passion and sex with a partner Changes in sex after marriage or children Desire to keep sexual passion alive in long term…
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Pages: 284 Ideal Reader: Individuals and couples in any stage of a relationship including “single and looking” to “road test your relationship before making a permanent commitment,” “committed and want to bolster and protect what you have,” partners facing drastic life changes and challenges, and couples whose relationship is in danger of ending. Issues Addressed:…
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Gary Chapman proposes that there is an expiration date on “obsessional love.” This love is that “falling in love” feeling complete with warm fuzzies and a desire so spend every waking moment with one’s significant other. It is charged with emotion and chemistry. However, as suggested in his book, The Five Love Languages: The Secrets…
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Heather is an Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who unites systemic therapy with philosophical concepts. She has interests in Couples therapy, Consensual Non-Monogamy, Veteran Couples/Caregivers/Family, Philosophical Counseling, Sex therapy, and how to live a good life. Learn more about her here
