Society has really done a disservice to men. It’s taught them to “man up” and not show their emotions. We see this in tv, movies, in sports, and sometimes even in the family system. This message is so pervasive. Be tough! Be aggressive! Don’t cry! That’s weak! Be independent! The basic gist of all these […]
Why can't we move past this?? At Cycles Couples Counseling, we frequently help couples that are longing to heal from past relationship injuries. These hurts to attachment bonds can present themselves most often as affairs or other betrayals. It’s harmful to feel your partner is not there in your time of need, or even worse, […]
How do we know when we're ready? Good question--How do you know when you are ready to stop couples therapy? Knowing when to end therapy takes careful planning. You, your partner and your therapist should take special consideration in deciding to wrap up couples counseling. Here we will offer some milestones and goals most therapists […]
Is it over yet?? We get it. No one looks forward to counseling. It’s kind of like going to the dentist’s office—necessary to stay healthy, but not exactly appealing. How long do we need to do this? When can I be done? What’s the typical number of […]
You're finally ready to start counseling. Congratulations! The hardest part is over. After scouring the Internet and looking for your perfect fit, you made the decision to finally start therapy. For many this can be nerve-racking, scary or even embarrassing. While everyone understands a trip to the dentist’s or a doctor’s appointment, counseling, unfortunately sometimes [&h
