Beyond the Therapy Room
Welcome to the Holding Hope MFT blog. In this space, we share insights and practical advice to enrich your mental health toolkit. Thank you for joining us on your path path to well-being and personal growth.
How to Fix a Broken Relationship and Emerge Stronger Than Ever
Relationships can be the source of immense joy and fulfillment, yet they also have the potential to cause deep frustration and heartache. Many...
Overcoming Sexual Rejection in Relationships: Understanding Emotional Impact and Rebuilding Intimacy
Do you ever find yourself lying next to your partner, feeling a distance growing between you where intimacy once thrived? You long for their touch,...
Questions to Rebuild Trust in a Relationship
Trust is the bedrock of any healthy relationship, the invisible bond that fosters intimacy, vulnerability, and open communication. It creates a...
How to Stop Shutting Down Emotionally: Reclaim Connection & Intimacy
Emotional shutdown is a common challenge many people face in their relationships. It's that feeling of withdrawing, going numb, or feeling unable to...
Fear of Engulfment: How to Maintain Your Sense of Self in Relationships
As human beings, we are wired for connection. We seek out relationships to feel loved, supported, and understood. However, for some individuals, the...
How to Reconnect With Your Partner After an Argument
Arguments happen in every relationship, and, yes, sometimes it can be healthy to argue in a relationships. Whether it's a minor disagreement that...
Dealing with Post Argument Anxiety and Overthinking After Fights
What is Post-Argument Anxiety? Post-argument anxiety is the persistent worrying, rumination, and emotional distress that can occur in the wake of a...
How to Rekindle Intimacy and Reignite Your Sexual Connection
As a couples therapist, I know the profound impact that a loss of physical and emotional intimacy can have on a partnership. It's a common struggle...