Date Night Dare ~ do something fresh
Welcome to Week 5 of the Sexy Couples Holiday Challenge! This is our final week and so this date night dare is more than just something to think about for one night but a dare we hope you will carry...
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Wishing you a new year of wonder
Happy New Year! As we continue to enjoy a bit of rest and relaxation, we want to take a moment to encourage all of our readers and clients to enjoy the opportunity of a new year. Today is a chance to...
View ArticleLast minute Valentine’s Day shopping? 5 tips to help you get it right
I will confess up front that this post is a little bit self-serving today. Knowing my husband like I do {and the fact that he asked me what I want again last night} I am sure that he, like many guys...
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Is your relationship ‘normal’? A new book may have the answer…
The Normal Bar Have you ever wondered if your relationship is normal? Are you as happy or unhappy in your relationship as everyone else? What is the normal amount of arguing couples do a month, a week,...
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My secret trick for tapping into what’s stressing you
Today I had what I like to call a “therapist-heal-thyself” moment. I lost my credit card somewhere between my ice cream cone purchase last night and my quick trip to Target this morning. Losing things-...
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3 Things you should let your daughter do and some other thoughts on giving...
I recently read a rather interesting article by a 14-year-old blogger over on CafeMoms, called 3 Things Parents Should Let Their Daughters Do Before They Turn 16. As the mother of teenagers, I am not...
View ArticleTalking with kids about the tragedy in Boston
From all of us here at GTA we send our deepest sympathy and much love to everyone in Boston today. In these difficult times it is important to remember that we always have the opportunity to change a...
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Taming Test Anxiety
The time of year when teens get overwhelmed with SOLS and finals is approaching faster than ever, and many of them are just trying to pass. For many kids, no matter how hard they study or listen in...
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7 Steps to a Happier Relationship
I must confess that I love of lists! I make lists of things to do, books to read, recipes to try, the list of lists that I make could go on and on. And while it may be a little neurotic, the fact is...
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Will you vote us best in the DC suburbs?
Wow & Thanks!! We are incredibly honored to be nominated as one of the Best Wellness Providers in the DC suburbs in I Am Modern’s annual Best of Suburbs Survey. We work hard to offer an approach...
View ArticleHow to apologize like you mean it {courtesy of the RHOBH}
One of my favorite things about “reality” tv is getting to watch “real people” interact with each other. I know that these are more like real life dramatizations than an actual reality but every now...
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are you listening to me?!? {flashback friday}
In our second installment of Flashback Fridays we are going to revisit some thoughts on what it means to truly listen. Although this post was originally about the importance of listening and being...
View ArticleIt’s not about the nail- a lesson in empathy for couples
This is one of the funniest & most realistic videos about couple communication I’ve seen in a while.{thank you Jason Headley!} It really needs no introduction so I will just say {especially to the...
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5 things NOT to worry about in therapy {flashback friday}
Starting therapy- whether for the first time or the fifth time- is always a little bit scary. What will the new therapist be like? Will I like them? Will they like me? The questions are endless and...
View Articlewhy we love Brene Brown
So I have a confession to make… I have a crush. yup, it’s true. I have a big time, therapist crush on researcher Brene Brown! It’ ok, I already told my husband and we’re working through it. Seriously...
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the one thing you need more of in your life {flashback friday}
I can say with confidence that most adults reading this are in need of one thing to make themselves and those around them happier… PLAY! That’s right, play. While you may think I’m being silly or that...
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Want more lovin’ in the bedroom? Buy a new throw pillow
If you happen to know me personally then this post will not be surprising. I love design and especially interior design. If I’m in a bad mood, I buy a new vase. If it’s really bad… I just might...
View Articlea summer challenge for couples- do you dare? {flashback friday}
Just to confirm our commitment to the power of vulnerability and love of Brene Brown’s reserach, this week’s Flashback Friday is all about laying down your emotional armor and taking a chance to let...
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Want to pick our brains? Join Q & A with GTA
One of our favorite things to do here at Group Therapy Associates is just talk with folks. We love to hear your questions and give our opinions (personal and professional) on everything from romance to...
View ArticleMeeting you where you are {flashback friday}
I know it’s not Friday but… I couldn’t let July end without one last flashback for summer! Below is one of my favorite posts of all time. Not because it’s my best writing or that the message is so...
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