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Let's talk about sex

7/26/2018

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By: Cristina Trette
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So much connection can happen during sex: it feels great, happy brain chemicals are released, and healing skin to skin contact occurs. For highly attuned couples, sex becomes a potent exchange of mind, body, and spirit which creates bonding and the experience of oneness. This is good stuff I tell you!

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One easy way to improve your relationship

7/26/2018

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At the start of a relationship, most couples show up with their best self forward. During the infatuation phase, we rarely see flaws in our partner. Happy brain chemical release has us buzzing around in a minor state of bliss for the first one to two years of being in a new relationship

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Is infidelity a deal breaker?

7/26/2018

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​By: Cristina Trette
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When looking at relationships, I view struggle as part of the relational process that can lead to immense growth. Staying together, and working through the hard times when you really want to leave, is part of what can make a beautiful and lasting love. ​

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How to get your partner back in bed (after kids)

7/26/2018

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What happens when one partner wants sex and his wife or long term lover is rarely in the mood? A healthy sex life is part of what makes up a thriving relationship and general feelings of well-being. When one or both partners are feeling unsatisfied in this area, this can trigger the beginning of a downward spiral that does not end up very well. ​

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What to do if your spouse won't go to couples therapy

7/26/2018

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​By: Cristina Trette
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If you are facing challenges in your relationship, it would be logical that you would want to work on your relationship. But what do you do if your spouse is not interested in working through the problems you are having in your marriage?

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Developing a growth mindset in love

7/26/2018

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Last year I took on small job working as a writer for an motivational speaker. During that time, I scoured articles on what makes the successful, a success. While reading, I noticed a theme that was echoed by CEO executives, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, and personal development coaches. "Fail forward" is their mantra and one they repeat with consistency. ​

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How to start trusting your partner

7/26/2018

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What exactly does trust mean? Does it mean that you know your partner won’t cheat on you? Or that you know your partner will tell the truth? True trust creates space and freedom. If you are having a difficult time trusting your partner, keep reading. ​

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One way to turn things around in your marriage

7/26/2018

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Dr. John Gottman, author of "What Makes Love Last" has observed thousands of couples in his infamous "Love Lab". Gottman discovered that the happiest couples consistently turn toward each other through out their time together. This is true in a physical way as well as in an emotional way. ​

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  • Home
  • Counseling Services
    • Individual Therapy
    • Couple Therapy
    • Family Therapy
    • Parent Therapy
  • About Us
    • Klara Placek
    • James Hanson
    • Cristina Trette
  • Blog
  • Starting Therapy
    • Starting Therapy
    • Fees
    • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Contact Us
  • Client Portal
  • Phone: (760) 640-0270