by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Jan 24, 2023 | Couples Counseling, Family Therapy, Parenting
Co-parenting can be messy, awkward, and just plain complicated. Unfortunately, no one gives you instructions on how to co-parent after you and your partner separate. However, you are raising a child, and it isn’t about how uncomfortable it is for you to be in...
by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Nov 22, 2022 | Couples Counseling, Divorce Mediation, Therapy
You are probably aware if you have a defensive partner. A defensive person reacts badly to any perceived criticism. They feel the need to protect themselves for some reason. These reasons could be hiding something, such as an affair, or they suffer from childhood...
by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Nov 15, 2022 | Child Therapy, Couples Counseling, Divorce Mediation, Family Therapy, Parenting, Therapy
When a marriage ends, the whole family feels the effects. Children, in particular, can have a range of reactions depending on their age and personality. Overall, children need stability, safety, and love to thrive. All these things might be even easier to achieve...
by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Nov 8, 2022 | Couples Counseling, Divorce Mediation, Therapy
Contempt in a relationship can be one of the most significant predictors of divorce. Dr. John Gottman, a renowned relationship therapist, identified it as one of the negative communication patterns couples fall into that can predicate divorce. Coining them the Four...
by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Oct 11, 2022 | Couples Counseling
As of 2021, over half a million military families are actively serving. They make tremendous daily sacrifices to preserve our freedoms and way of life. However, many of these families struggle with their relationships and mental health. If you are in the military or...
by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Sep 20, 2022 | Couples Counseling
Deciding to go to couples counseling is in itself a big step. Taking the plunge can be nerve-wracking, embarrassing, and challenging. To make this process a little smoother, here are a few things you should know before beginning emotionally focused couples therapy....
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