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Reciprocity in Relationships
Reciprocity: mutual dependence, action, or influence; a mutual exchange of privilege. Reciprocity in relationships is an idea that comes...
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birkhold3
- Jan 31
- 4 min
Opposite to Emotion Action
You probably didn’t think you’d ever hear a therapist advise you to act opposite to your emotions, but today you’re going to! Opposite to...
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birkhold3
- Dec 1, 2022
- 6 min
Holiday Guilt
‘Tis the season to feel… guilty? Although the holidays are often associated with joy, many of us feel complex feelings around the holiday...
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birkhold3
- Oct 25, 2022
- 6 min
From Dread to DEAR MAN!
One of the most frequent DBT skills I find myself teaching in individual therapy is DEAR MAN. This skill comes from the Interpersonal...
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birkhold3
- Jul 21, 2022
- 4 min
Infidelity Recovery
One of the most difficult events that can happen in a relationship is infidelity. Relational safety is leveled to a 0 after an affair,...
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birkhold3
- May 31, 2022
- 3 min
Ending Therapy
As a therapist, my main goal for my clients is that they feel relief in their lives and are better able to cope and understand...
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birkhold3
- May 4, 2022
- 5 min
5 of the Most Common Cognitive Distortions I See in Therapy
Cognitive distortions are inaccurate thoughts that influence the ways we see ourselves, others, and the world around us, and ultimately...
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birkhold3
- Apr 6, 2022
- 5 min
The 5 Basic Emotions Explained!
One of the most common reasons that someone pursues therapy is to better understand and handle their emotions. A lot of adults are...
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birkhold3
- Mar 1, 2022
- 3 min
Cultivating Gratitude
“The root of joy is gratefulness… it is not joy that makes us grateful; it is gratitude that makes us joyful.”- Brother David...
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birkhold3
- Jan 24, 2022
- 4 min
Radical Acceptance: An Alternative to Forgiveness
Are you finding yourself holding onto something unforgivable that someone else has done? Almost all of us have these moments throughout...
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birkhold3
- Dec 16, 2021
- 3 min
The Gift of a Generous Interpretation
In the spirit of the holidays and gift-giving, I’d like to explain why the gift of a generous interpretation is a wonderful gift to give...
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birkhold3
- Nov 22, 2021
- 4 min
Self Compassion 101
Have you ever been told you need to be easier on yourself? Or that you hold yourself to impossible standards? Many of us do! Our society...
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birkhold3
- Oct 26, 2021
- 5 min
Holiday Anxiety Prep!
The holidays are quickly approaching and if the idea of spending extended time with loved ones ever gives you anxiety, you are not alone....
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birkhold3
- Sep 29, 2021
- 3 min
Family Therapy: How Can It Help and How Can I Prepare?!
Family Therapy Why do we recommend participating in family therapy? What should you know before starting? Hesitation over starting family...
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