Stop Fighting Over "Dumb Things": How to Break the Cycle in Your Relationship One of the most common reasons couples seek therapy is because they "argue over dumb things." It may start with something trivial like laundry or groceries, but somehow these arguments spiral into full-blown conflicts, leaving both partners feeling hurt and disconnected. Why […]
Many people have seen examples of couples counseling in the media. The depictions are often dramatic and some times downright cheesy. At Cycles Couples Counseling, we think this is a shame. Many of these scenes can serve as a deterrent to couples getting real evidence based support for their relationship. Below you will learn more […]
Many couples get stuck having the same argument. At Cycles Couples Counseling, one of our most common couples therapy intake call requests is couples asking for help because they keep having the same argument. It can be so discouraging and frustrating to not be able to overcome a conflict, or even worse, have it keep […]
Do you think shame could be impacting your relationships? Shame is present at the heart of many relationship issues. Identifying shame can tricky. At Cycles Couples Counseling, we've combined a list of the biggest markers our therapists use to identify shame in clients. Read along and see if this sounds like your experience. #1 Shame […]
Why should we explore premarital counseling? Congratulations on your engagement! This is such an exciting, albeit stressful time for couples. Premarital Counseling is the perfect avenue to invest in your future together. At Cycles Couples Counseling, we've found it's a lot easier to proactively treat couples, than it is to retroactively repair years of damage. […]
What's the advantage to doing online couples counseling in Los Angeles? Los Angeles is a busy, traffic-filled city. We understand commuting isn't easy and definitely isn't stress-free. With online couples counseling in Los Angeles, you can avoid the traffic jams, parking debacles, and difficult scheduling situations. At Cycles Couples Counseling, we know many of you […]
Where can I find an EFT Therapist in Los Angeles? We understand it can feel overwhelming to search for the right couples therapist, especially trying to find one in a big city like Los Angeles. If you've decided to try looking specifically for an Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapist, then you're already on the right […]
Many people enter counseling frustrated. They've tried everything to change their situation, yet somehow, end up with the same dismal results. What most clients fail to notice is the patterns that contribute to these negative outcomes. Over and over again they try different ways to change their situation, only to find they end up right […]
Boundary setting often gets a bad rap. Many people associate setting boundaries with your partner as a negative interaction. Some even panic and jump to conclusions, fearing it's the end of the relationship. However, this could not be farther from the truth. Learning how to set boundaries with your partner can ensure a continued healthy […]
Cyclical Arguments Most popularly, couples enter couples therapy for “communication issues.” They complain they can’t help but argue over stupid stuff. Sometimes it seems they just can’t see eye-to-eye on almost anything. “It seems like everything is an issue with her.” “We fight about the smallest things.” Rarely, if ever, are thes