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Can Marriages Be Restored? Exploring the Possibility and Steps to Take.
Marriage is a complex and dynamic relationship that can be deeply fulfilling, but also challenging and difficult at times. Many couples...
Rachel Jones
Jul 18, 20232 min read
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The Importance of Differentiation in a Marriage: Maintaining a Sense of Self in a Committed Relation
Differentiation is a term used in psychology and relationship counseling to describe the ability of an individual to maintain a separate...
Rachel Jones
Jul 11, 20232 min read
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Why Fighting for Your Marriage is Worth It: Insights from a Couples Counselor
As a couples counselor, I have seen many couples struggle in their marriages. They may feel disconnected, resentful, or stuck in a cycle...
Rachel Jones
Jun 27, 20232 min read
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Why Many Couples Therapists Don't Accept Insurance: Exploring the Reasons
At our practice, we often get asked if we accept insurance and the answer is we do not. We understand that many couples may be hesitant...
Rachel Jones
Jun 20, 20232 min read
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Tips to Prepare for Your First Couples Counseling Session
While your therapist will most likely provide you with some steps to prepare for your first session such as completing intake paperwork...
Rachel Jones
Jun 13, 20232 min read
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Couples Counseling 101: What to Expect and How It Can Benefit Your Relationship
Couples counseling, also known as couples therapy, is a form of talk therapy that is designed to help couples improve their...
Rachel Jones
Jun 6, 20232 min read
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The Importance of Empathy vs Sympathy in Your Marriage
Empathy and sympathy are two words that are often used interchangeably, but they actually have distinct meanings. In the context of a...
Rachel Jones
Jun 6, 20232 min read
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How to Know When You Need Couples Counseling
Relationships can be challenging, and it's not always easy to know when it's time to seek help. Couples counseling, also known as couples...
Rachel Jones
May 30, 20232 min read
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Is Couples Counseling Effective? Understanding the Evidence and Research Behind It
Couples counseling, also known as couples therapy or marriage counseling, is a type of therapy that is designed to help couples resolve...
Rachel Jones
May 23, 20232 min read
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Pre-Marital Counseling vs. Marriage Counseling: Understanding the Key Differences
Relationships are complex, and sometimes even the strongest of couples can benefit from counseling. Whether you're engaged and planning...
Rachel Jones
May 16, 20232 min read
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5 Signs that Couples Counseling is Not Working: When to Consider Other Options
While couples counseling can be an incredibly powerful tool for improving communication, it's not always effective, and there may be...
Rachel Jones
May 9, 20232 min read
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Signs that Couples Counseling is Helping: How to Know if You're Making Progress
Couples counseling can be an incredibly powerful tool for strengthening a relationship and resolving conflicts. However, it can be...
Rachel Jones
May 2, 20232 min read
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Beyond Betrayal: The Surprising Benefits of Working Through an Affair
It's no secret that affairs can cause a tremendous amount of pain and turmoil in a relationship. However, many couples who have gone...
Rachel Jones
Apr 25, 20232 min read
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The Benefits of Separation: How Time Apart Can Strengthen Your Relationship
When a marriage is struggling, many couples may feel like divorce is the only option. However, separation can be a helpful alternative...
Rachel Jones
Apr 18, 20232 min read
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5 Key Steps to Preventing Divorce: Strengthening Your Marriage
Marriage is a beautiful bond between two people, but it can also be challenging at times. It's common for couples to face difficulties in...
Rachel Jones
Apr 11, 20232 min read
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Overcoming the Obstacles: Understanding the Challenges of Communication between Couples
Communication is one of the essential components of any successful relationship, but it can be especially challenging for couples. While...
Rachel Jones
Apr 4, 20232 min read
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The Power of Active Listenting
When it comes to making your relationship stronger, there are thousands of tips and tricks out there. But one that often gets overlooked...
Rachel Jones
Mar 24, 20232 min read
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The Mr. Right List-How Purity Culture Did NOT Set Me Up For Marriage
When I was in 8th grade, I was sent to a purity retreat at my church. I grew up in the Christian church and was heavily involved. I...
Rachel Jones
Jan 31, 20234 min read
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G&A: A Personal Story on Couples Counseling
What was your first thought about doing premarital counseling? G: I always thought of premarital counseling as something of the norm to...
Rachel Jones
Jan 24, 20233 min read
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Sometimes I cry in the session.
I cried in session the other day. To be honest, I thought I would cry more in the therapy sessions I conduct than I actually do. I am a...
Rachel Jones
Jan 17, 20232 min read
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