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What is Childhood Emotional Neglect?
Childhood emotional neglect (CEN) is something parents often unwittingly put their kids through. They don’t understand what it is, or how crippling the consequences are.
Many parents were emotionally neglected as kids themselves. Which makes it even more of a challenge to emotionally support their little ones.
This piece covers the dangers of emotional neglect in childhood and why emotional support is so crucial early in life.
What Does It Mean For The Relationship When Your Partner Won’t Change?
Does your partner make promises that they don’t keep? Maybe he promises to stop spending money, but then the credit card bills keep coming in every month — higher than ever before. She swears that she won’t drink again. However, you come home from work, and she is drunk yet again. He cheated again and promised to get help. But, when you bring up marriage counseling, he balks. Do these scenarios sound familiar? If so, then you are probably wondering what it means for your relationship when your partner won’t change. Many people believe that issues will go away with time or that their partner will change if they ask enough. Unfortunately, this is hardly ever true. When a partner says one thing yet does another, it erodes trust and intimacy in a relationship. So, what can you do when your partner acknowledges a problem and promises to work on it — yet never follows through? Here are some tips from the therapists at Relationship Therapy Center.
Rebuilding Connection in a Relationship Without Physical Intimacy
You said ‘I do,’ but now there’s something you don’t do, and that’s to have sex. Or maybe, you feel the spark fizzling out, and want to do something before it’s extinguished entirely.
Wherever you fall on the spectrum, it’s nothing to be ashamed about. Let’s look at some of the reasons that lead to a relationship without physical intimacy, a sexless marriage, and what you can do about it.
4 Personal Boundaries That Are Present In A Healthy Relationship
You might think that boundaries are unnecessary. Maybe you feel that limits will stifle the spontaneity in your relationship. However, all healthy relationships need boundaries. Boundaries are like a road map for your relationship. They provide a guide for how your relationship will work and how you will get your needs met. Limits allow both you and your partner to feel safe and comfortable in the relationship. Here are the four important ones.
Are You in a Trauma Bonded Relationship?
Your friends have had enough. They haven’t outright told you, but you sense it. The thing is, when he doesn’t call when he said he would and your calls go to voicemail, the panic is so intense it feels like the house is on fire. Every fiber of your being is activated and the thought of losing him is too catastrophic to contemplate. Despite being told over and over to ditch the dude, you can’t. For you, he’s life itself.
Those who don’t understand trauma bonding may think this example is dramatic, even out of control. For those who know, welcome.
Is It The Winter Blues Or Something More Serious?
There are around 10 million Americans who are diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Around 20 percent more people may have a mild form of SAD. Seasonal affective disorder is a type of mood disorder that is characterized by depression. SAD occurs at the same time every year — it usually starts about the time that the days grow shorter and the weather turns colder. By the time spring or early summer rolls around, the symptoms disappear.
Everyone has minor bouts of the “winter blues” from time-to-time. Gloomy weather can make anyone feel more sluggish and down. So, how can you tell when the winter blues equal a SAD diagnosis? The key is the degree to which the seasonal mood changes affect your life. With the winter blues, you might feel more lethargic than normal, but it won’t keep you from getting out of bed and going to work. However, if you have SAD, it might seem impossible to get out of bed in the morning, so you miss work. Or, you can’t focus on schoolwork, so your grades to plummet. Experiencing these types are problems are an indicator that you might have more than just the winter blues. Here are some of the warning signs of SAD.
Why Should I Seek Codependency Therapy?
Are you exhausted and underappreciated? Here you are, desperately trying to save the world, and no one notices or cares?
Do you feel compelled to rescue people, to your own detriment? Are you sneaking rides on other people’s emotional rollercoasters?
If so, you’re the perfect candidate for codependency therapy.
While not a diagnosis, codependency is indicative of childhood trauma, neglect, and unmet needs. It manifests through unbalanced enabling relationships that are all-consuming. Naturally, they basically suck the life out of you.
If you’re in this predicament it’s time to set boundaries. Here’s why it’s important to search for ‘codependency counselors near me.’
Top 10 Questions People in Sacramento Ask Before Starting Therapy for Anxiety
When you’re living with anxiety, even deciding to start therapy can feel stressful. You might catch yourself wondering if your constant worry is normal or if seeing a therapist could really make a difference.
You’re not alone. Many people in the Sacramento area — from Roseville to Fair Oaks — struggle with anxiety that leaves them feeling tense, restless, or unable to slow their thoughts. The good news is, anxiety therapy in Sacramento can help you find calm, regain focus, and feel more in control of your life again.
At The Relationship Therapy Center, we offer both in-person and online anxiety therapy throughout California to make getting help convenient and accessible. Whether you prefer meeting face-to-face or from the comfort of home, our experienced therapists can guide you toward lasting relief and balance.
Below are ten of the most common questions people ask before starting therapy for anxiety in Sacramento, Roseville, or Fair Oaks — along with clear answers to help you feel hopeful, confident, and ready to begin.
How To Navigate The Five Stages Of A Relationship
What are the stages of relationships? The beginning of a new relationship is one of nature’s greatest highs. Although you might expect the...
Top 10 Questions People Ask About Depression Therapy
When you’re struggling with depression, even looking for help can feel like a mountain to climb.
You might wonder if what you feel is “normal” or if therapy can actually make a difference.
You’re not alone. In fact, millions of people experience depression every year. And reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Below are ten of the most common questions people ask when they’re thinking about starting depression therapy in Sacramento, Roseville, CA, or Fair Oaks, CA along with honest answers to help you feel more informed, hopeful, and ready to begin.
How Can Relationship Therapy Online Help?
If you have a hectic busy schedule or a partner who is skeptical about therapy, online couples counseling is your solution. It’s a great compromise if your other half is dubious and your schedule is impossible.
Here are all the perks of finding a couple’s therapist online, and how online relationship therapy helps.
Top 10 Questions People Ask About Trauma Therapy
Struggling with trauma, PTSD, or painful past experiences? Explore the top 10 questions people ask before seeking trauma therapy in Sacramento, Roseville, and Fair Oaks, and find real answers from a therapist who cares.
Are You Demanding Too Much From Your Partner?
Do you have too high expectations of your spouse? The current divorce rate in the United States is about 40 percent of all people who married 35...
AI Therapy: When to Use it and When to Avoid
Are you one of the many who welcome AI into their lives, without giving it much thought? It’s easy to see why. This humble new assistant graciously answers questions. Apps can generate fun exercise routines, is always in a good mood, and is there at your beck and call. AI has proven to be a real powerlifter in many capacities, so why not use it for therapy, right?
Not so fast.
While there’s no denying AI can be incredibly helpful and efficient in some regards, therapy is something else entirely. It’s important not to be too hasty and add the credentials ‘LMFT’ to ChatGPT; here’s why.
How to Speak So That You are Heard
Previously, I focused on the part of communication involving listening. The focus of this article is “How to Speak So that You are Heard" with some...
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