Trauma Bonding: The 7 Stages and How to Heal
By Justin Stum, LMFT | Licensed Counselor & Therapist If you are searching for a help in St. George, Utah you are not alone. Trauma bonding is one of the most painful and confusing relationship experiences a person can go through, and it is far more common than most people realize. Whether you are currently […]
3 Steps To ‘Fair Fighting’
All couples at one time or another will find themselves in arguments and at times “fighting”. Yes, even the healthiest couples do have conflict and verbal battles from time to time, the question is about whether or not their combative moments are in fact healthy or not. It’s important to note that couples that don’t […]
5 Signs Of A Healthy Couple Relationship
How do you know if your relationship is healthy? People often try and find out what is healthy based on what they experienced in their previous relationships. Consciously or not, they often determine health based on what they experienced when growing up in their family of origin. There are many indicators that would help show […]
Healthy Relationships & Ways of Being
People are complex individuals with their histories, hopes, and habits. When two individuals come together in any relationship, married or not, they are combining two unique lives to form something complex yet beautiful. The assumptions and beliefs of both of those individuals also come together to influence the relationship. It’s important to honor that with […]
Infidelity: Marriage Meltdown After An Affair
When Betrayal Breaks the Bond I recently heard a client ask, “I feel completely betrayed after finding out about my husband’s affair. Does it even make sense to do counseling if my spouse had an affair? Isn’t it over?” Betrayal and broken trust are among the most difficult obstacles any couple can face, and they […]