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
Lack of Proper Pleasure Education Talking about sex can be vulnerable. Unfortunately, many of us lack any knowledge beyond middle school sex ed or things witnessed in pornography. These are two very biased sources. Neither of which accurately represent female orgasms. Yes, you may know about contraceptives and STI’s, but did you learn about pleasure? […]
Healthy vs. Unhealthy Healthy couples argue. They are two different people. They are bound to disagree. However, there is a difference between fighting and disagreeing in a healthy way. This hinges on emotional expression and healthy communication. For most couples who enter couples therapy, their arguments have reached unhealthy levels. One of the most common […]
Healing from an affair requires lots of open honesty to rebuild trust. It’s crucial to be responsive to your partner’s questions. However, sometimes it can be tricky to know if the answers to certain questions would be healing or harming. How do you know when you’ve given too many affair details? Asking questions is part […]
