How to Navigate Differing Communication Styles in Relationships
Strong relationships thrive on communication, but when partners have different communication styles, misunderstandings can create frustration and emotional distance in the relationship. Many couples struggle with miscommunication – not because they lack love or...
How Do You Know If the Gottman Method Is Actually Working in Your Relationship?
The Gottman Method is one of the most well-known and research-backed approaches to couples therapy. With decades of research on what makes relationships thrive or fall apart, the method offers tools like building love maps, managing conflict constructively, and...
Imposter Syndrome in High Achievers: Why Success Can Trigger Self-Doubt
Success is usually seen as the ultimate reward for hard work, but for many high achievers, it can also bring up unexpected feelings of unease. Instead of experiencing feelings of pride or satisfaction, a gnawing sense of doubt takes hold. Thoughts creep in like, “Do I...
Understanding Internal Family Systems Therapy: Parts and Where They Come From
Developed by Dr. Richard Schwartz in the 1980s, IFS is based on the idea that our inner world functions like a family system. Just like members of a family can have different needs, temperaments, and roles, the parts within us do too. You might have a part that wants...
