Jasmine Moore, LMFT

08/03/2022

Remember when I said I was going to start sharing more about my blog all about relationships and therapy? Here's my first official post!

Couples therapy isn't a blame game. Do you know what you need to work on in order to heal the wounds in your relationship?

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Couples therapy isn't a blame game. Do you know what you need to work on in order to heal the wounds in your relationship?

07/05/2022

Hey Ya'll! It's been a hot minute since I've posted here or any of my professional pages due to taking a much needed break., I wanted to you all to let you know that I'm FULLY licensed! As of last week, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Texas! No more "Associate". The journey was long, but my work to support others is still the same - healing and empowering healthy relationships.

While I've been quiet, this is what you can expect more of:

* Blog posts from my NEW blog, "It Takes Two" - a resource for all things relationships and connection (s*x, therapy, communication, etc.)!

* Sharing more information about s*x therapy

04/25/2022

Journal prompts for the week to help you explore the topic of ‘communication’ within your relationship. Take some to reflect on how improvements to communication may be helpful for you and your partner.

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03/15/2022

Instead of asking "Why do I keep attracting people like this?" Ask yourself, "What changes can I make that would improve my life, happiness, or relationship?" No matter what this person is doing, know that you can't change them, but by focusing on yourself and what you're doing can support more awareness about your relationship choices.

Additional questions you could ask are: 
+ How did I find this level of commitment appealing opposed to another healthy relationship? And why?

+ What do I do that makes it hard for this person to give me what I want (i.e., lack of boundaries, not speaking up)

These questions will highlight how you connect (attachment), your ability to know and choose what's best for you (discernment), and how you communicate and speak up (boundaries) about what's working and what's not. 

Ultimately, leveling up and developing the skill set of connecting more to yourself while getting to know others can help you know if someone is even a good fit.

02/14/2022

Happy Valentine’s Day! 💕💗 Thank you for for sharing and designing this beautiful message. Love yours today!

02/13/2022

Before the flood of Valentine's Day posts flood the timelines, I want to leave you with a short, sweet, and simple reminder.

In the words of my favorite therapist Virginia Satir, "I want you to get excited about who you are, what you are, what you have, and what can still be for you. I want to inspire you to see that you can go far beyond where you are right now."

01/28/2022

"They get on my nerves!" You've probably said this when you have an argument with your partner.

One big thing that's really going on is your your nervous system is really being activated. In this case, your partner is causing you to respond in ways that may get you to become angry or even shut down. In return, when you do this, your partner responds in their way of being angry, avoidant, petty, and so on and so forth. It happens before you know it and sometimes won't hit you until the tension is felt the next day. This is DYSREGULATION.

What you really want to gain is the skill of CO-REGULATION. When you're able to not feel worked up, can still tolerate and manage the uncertainty, and STILL want talk to your partner about what's up -- this is what allows you to continue feeling connected within the relationship while managing your individual emotional experiences.

I facilitate healing in relationships for willing individuals, couples, and families of all walks of life - including s*xuality, gender, race, ability, or culture so they can engage, connect and have meaningful relationships with those they love.

01/19/2022

When setting boundaries with others, saying "No" is a complete sentence. 💯

       

01/05/2022

“You are the one that you are looking for.” - Audre Lorde ♥️

When it comes to making our relationships better, most of us are showing up from the place of "loving them" instead of "loving me". Another common place is "If they love me, nothing else matters." Apart of self-love is about the willingness to love, support, and trust ourselves just as much! Remember to show up for you today!

01/03/2022

✨ Happy New Year from This For You Counseling ✨

May this new year provide you with the strength and grace to discover new ways of being as well as recognizing that you are fully capable of new experiences.

11/15/2021

I've been experiencing both passionate and disheartening conversations about being and feeling burned out at the top of my week.

At this point, it's more than just than practicing self-care. Re-evaluating and examining what "quality of life" means as we are all under constant stress and change is at the top of my to-do list.

Be sure to check in on your loved ones, friends, and co-workers as we roll into the holiday season. ❤️

How are you asking for help/support?

11/13/2021

As you begin to experience new relationships you may tell yourself “This is boring.” That’s fair but when all you’re used to experiencing is chaos and confusion, your nervous system is hijacked.

You’re unable to connect to self, acknowledge your emotions, or make smart decisions. You’re also in a state of constantly feeling as you have to protect and defend yourself.
With someone who isn’t causing you chaos and confusion, it can feel “boring” but what it really is safety.

Consider the importance of recognizing how other people can bring you safety, stability and peace. Instead of it being “boring”, think of it as potentially being healthy.