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Divorce Through The Eyes Of A Child

By Annie Miller, LMFT This is blog post #1 in the series "Helping My Child Cope After A Divorce." Sometimes things breakdown in a relationship. A marital relationship is no exception. A troubled marriage can leaves spouses hurt, confused, lost, and angry, especially when it leads to divorce. Children are intuitive, and will often anticipate a divorce long before parents communicate this to the child. So, what does divorce look like for children and how can you help them cope? We have the answer below. What Does Divorce Look Like Through The Eyes Of...

Expert Tips: How To Enhance Emotional Intimacy In Any Relationship

By Annie Miller, LMFT

This past weekend, we kicked off our new Community Enrichment Series at Sync Counseling. We partnered with Coffee.JPEG in Sierra Madre, CA for this series. Dr. Curtis Miller, Executive Director at Sync, spoke with couples about the key elements of “Making Love Work.” As I listened, I realized that his words could resonate in any kind of relationship, not only in a couple dynamic. Dr. Miller shared that there are two ways we live in our relationship with the world and with others: objective & subjective. These two things play a big part in the degree of intimacy present in our relationships. Here’s how.

Paying For Therapy: Why Leave Insurance Out Of It?

By Jeff Creely Therapy is an investment; an investment in yourself. It can help you find peace, motivation, and healing from pain. It is also transformational. There’s magic in that “aha” moment when you finally discover how to have the life you want. One of the best things about talk therapy is that it can help you gain control over symptoms like insomnia, anxiety, and more. And, therapy can be as effective as medications for anxiety and depression, but without the side effects. Therapy can benefit everyone. It can help you learn to...

HOW TO COPE BETTER WITH STRESS (AND USE HEALTHY COPING STRATEGIES)

In this post, Heather Inouye will help you identify ineffective coping strategies and implement more effective alternatives to cope better with stress. This article will help you: Identify your current approach to stress management (typical coping strategies) Acquire practical tools to cope better with your immediate stress symptoms Learn and practice effective coping strategies to manage your long-term stress Heather Inouye is a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (#110232) based in Sierra Madre, California. Heather is currently under the supervision of Annie Miller, LMFT (#52595). To learn more about Heather and...

What Are The Early Signs And Symptoms Of Alzheimer’s Disease?

In this blog post, Dr. Philip Spradling, Ph.D., MFT, MSG, MA, Gerontologist, and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, reveals some of the earliest signs of Alzheimer's disease. Some Facts About Aging And Dementia Did you know that 10,000 people are turning 65 every day in the United States? This is because the baby boomers are moving into their retirement years rapidly. According to the World Health Organization, roughly 50 million people have dementia, and 10 million new diagnoses are made every year. Dementia is a condition which primarily affects older persons, and it shows...

Divorce Through The Eyes Of A Child

Expert Tips: How To Enhance Emotional Intimacy In Any Relationship

Paying For Therapy: Why Leave Insurance Out Of It?

HOW TO COPE BETTER WITH STRESS (AND USE HEALTHY COPING STRATEGIES)

What Are The Early Signs And Symptoms Of Alzheimer’s Disease?

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