In Session Toledo

09/25/2020

As parents, we love our children. But, new additions to the family can wreck havoc in our relationship if we get so caught up in parenting, that we forget about our partners.

Just about all of us had set assumptions about raising kids before we became parents ourselves.

09/16/2020

A national helpline like this would help save lives, and is especially vital in the light of the current pandemic.

Urge your U.S. Rep. to pass S. 2661, the National Su***de Hotline Designation Act

09/09/2020

This week is National Su***de Prevention week- learning the risk factors can help save lives

08/19/2020

Family support is a vitally important protective factor against su***de for LGBT youth.

A large new survey finds that while the majority of LGBTQ young people want access to mental health treatment, many don’t receive that care.

08/15/2020

What stage are you and your honey in?

Dr. John Gottman explains the three natural phases of love. While being in love is a very complex experience, his research has identified choice points when love may either progress to a deeper place, or deteriorate.

07/25/2020

Do you lack coverage, or are you underinsured for mental health care and want to see a therapist? Check out Open Path psychotherapy collective! Both Claire and Shannon are able to take Open Path clients. Click or contact us for more info!

Open Path connects clients in need with mental health professionals who offer affordable therapy for $30-60 per session. If you

07/23/2020

Conflict is inevitable in any long term relationship. Between work responsibilities, a home, or even raising kids- there’s no way to avoid conflict. So it’s not the presence of conflict, but how skilled you and your honey are in handling it when it does happen.

That “magic ratio” is 5 to 1. This means that for every negative interaction during conflict, a stable and happy marriage has five (or more) positive interactions.

07/07/2020

While couples may not be able to avoid perpetual problems, it is best to avoid gridlock, as it can be destructive.

06/17/2020

A stepparent is anyone dating or married to a partner with children from a previous...

06/16/2020

Invalidation is a form of relational trauma which, over time, harms the brain and nervous system, and also results in the disintegration of any healthy bonds of connection, and dissolution of trust in others. Healing requires the slow, ongoing work of diligent growth in character, self-awareness, an...

06/09/2020

Too often we try to have difficult conversations when emotions are high. We might even seek to “win”. Try taking a step back. Agree on a time and place to discuss later. Approach with openness and seek to understand the other. A satisfying and happy life with your partner is the best win of all!

05/28/2020