by Courtenay Monfore | Jan 2, 2023 | Blog, Relationships, Therapy
How do you know you’ve found “the one”? Here are eight little green flags your partner is a keeper. Ask most people how they knew their long-time partner was “the one” and they’ll give a half-shrug. “I don’t know, something just clicked,” they might...
by Courtenay Monfore | Dec 19, 2022 | Anxiety, Blog, Trauma
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” ~Carl Rogers When was the last time you stopped trying to improve something about yourself or your life? Some people spend a lot of their life chasing goals. There’s nothing...
by Courtenay Monfore | Dec 12, 2022 | Blog, Relationships, Trauma
The importance of gratitude, smiles, and deep breaths. KEY POINTS Stress can keep our bodies in a state of fear, making it hard to enjoy the holiday season. Practicing gratitude can help soothe the nervous system, making us less reactive and more relaxed. Simple...
by Courtenay Monfore | Dec 7, 2022 | Blog, Relationships
Craving connection and friendship with other people is a fundamental part of being human. But what does being a friend mean in a world where hackers are trying to be your “friend” on Facebook? The act of making and being a friend is as simple as it is...
by Courtenay Monfore | Nov 28, 2022 | Blog, Relationships, Therapy
Knowing your partner’s love language could strengthen your relationship. The five love languages describe five ways that people receive and express love in a relationship. Knowing your partner’s love language and letting them know yours is a way to help...
by Courtenay Monfore | Nov 21, 2022 | Blog, Relationships, Therapy
Most of us value connection with others, especially in our romantic relationships. In fact, we are wired for connection and it allows us to create bonds and intimacy with our partner. The success of long-term relationships depends heavily on the quality of our...
by Courtenay Monfore | Nov 21, 2022 | Blog, Relationships, Trauma
Figuring out your relationship status can be confusing. Here’s how to clarify. KEY POINTS Notice the signs early. Be honest about your feelings and ask for what you want. Communicate openly, not passively.Do you find yourself confused about the relationship you...
by Courtenay Monfore | Nov 14, 2022 | Blog, Relationships, Therapy
Unhealthy and dangerous patterns aren’t always obvious. KEY POINTS A controlling person isn’t always overtly threatening or aggressive. Sometimes they are emotionally manipulative and acting out of insecurity. People of any age, gender, sexual orientation,...
by Courtenay Monfore | Oct 31, 2022 | Blog, Relationships, Therapy
Do you ever feel put out by too many social events? Fed up by all the work requests you feel pressure to say yes to? Bothered by small asks that make you feel big mad? It might be time to take a look at your boundaries. A boundary is something that keeps you safe and...
by Courtenay Monfore | Oct 24, 2022 | Blog, Relationships, Therapy
The mind is a tricky thing. It can lead us to believe that we can confidently sing “Bohemian Rhapsody” at karaoke even though we haven’t heard the song in years, or that one terrible review on Yelp is reason enough not to go to a 4-star rated...
