Written by Stacy Ingraham, MSEd., LPCC-S Individual & Couples Gestalt Therapist When most people create a list of “must haves” in a relationship partner, “trustworthy” is typically at the top. Important to note is that earning trust and trusting someone takes time. Here are a few ways trust is built in a relationship. If youContinue reading “Authentic Dating: 5 Ways to Build Trust”
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A Deeper Kind of Healing: How Getting Under the Surface Helps us Break Down our Walls
Written by Child & Family Therapist Holly Gilbert, MA, LPC This Spring, I performed the dreaded task of weeding my garden. With my gloves on, I dug into the dirt, determined to pull the entire root up from the ground. There were several times that I was unsuccessful and would only grab the stem. IContinue reading “A Deeper Kind of Healing: How Getting Under the Surface Helps us Break Down our Walls”
Caring and Taking Responsibility: How Often Do You Cross the Line?
By Stacy Ingraham, MSEd., LPCC-S Do you have an innate desire to help others be happy and fix their pain? Are you a nurturer and enjoy taking care of others? When you see a loved one struggling, do you work harder than they do to find a solution? If you answered yes to any ofContinue reading “Caring and Taking Responsibility: How Often Do You Cross the Line?”
5 Ways to Be More Engaging
Imagine if you felt heard, important, and respected during most interactions. We do not often leave conversations feeling this way, because many of us aren’t very good at engaging others. When we engage someone, they feel like they matter, are heard, and appreciated. If you care about the person and especially if you want to grow a relationship (personal or professional), learning the skills of engagement is imperative.