The Three R’s are three simple steps that help parents calm an upset child to reduce difficult behavior at home and school.
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Dr. Emily Cook is a featured contributor to this January 2019 article on Huff Post
... continue reading.3 Tips for Avoiding Miscommunication with Kids
The trigger for conflict is often miscommunication. Here are three tips for avoiding miscommunication with kids
... continue reading.The financial cost of couple therapy
In his first blog post, Brian Livelsberger explains why he only recommends 80 minute appointments for couples: research shows that fewer, longer appointments produce greater gains than shorter, more numerous appointments
... continue reading.Making and Keeping Couples Resolutions
2019 is here and my partner and I really want to make relationship resolutions, but we keep getting stuck! We have tried in the past to come up with New Year Resolutions, but we never end up following through. Any tips for how we can start the year off right as a couple? The start
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Is it difficult for you to ask for help? Most people answer “yes.” This post reframes asking for help as good for us, for others, and for our connections. Read more!
... continue reading.Before Couples Therapy Begins
You and your partner decided to seek couples counseling, found a therapist, and made your first appointment. Now what? Your work begins before therapy does
... continue reading.How do I keep my child from being upset?
It’s one of the hardest parts of being a parent: when your child is hurting and you can’t make the hurt go away. But instead of fixing their feelings, practice feeling things together. You’ll be a new kind of superhero for your kids!
... continue reading.Three Reasons to “Just Play” with Your Child
“Just playing” with your child is much more than just playing — it is a vital part of healthy child development and thriving family relationships
... continue reading.4:44 by Jay-Z and the Art of Empathy
Jay-Z’s song, 4:44, demonstrates the art of empathy: how to listen deeply to your partner’s experience and respond with understanding. Learn how in this post by Michelle Collins!
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