What to Do When Conflict Shuts You Down
Lindsay Glass, therapist at Love Heal Grow, gives you tips on what to do when conflict shuts you down.Hi, I'm Lindsay Glass, therapist for individuals and couples at Love Heal Grow Counseling. I help individuals and couples dive deep into their emotional experience...
How to Support Your Partner While They’re Grieving
Grief is, and always will be, one of the most challenging feelings to navigate. No one grieves in exactly the same way and figuring out how to be there and help a grieving loved one can feel like trying to climb a wall. Some people may desire time alone to process...
The Importance of Intellectual Chemistry Within Couples
You're likely already familiar with the term "chemistry," used to describe two people with an obvious and intense connection with each other. But did you know that there is more than one type of chemistry? And no, we're not talking about the science subject — though...
How Ashley Barnes Supports Couples
Ashley Barnes, therapist at Love Heal Grow, specializes in relationship therapy and talks about some common reasons couples seek out therapy. Find out how Ashley supports these couples and what couples therapy can look like with her.Hi, I'm Ashley Barnes, therapist...
Recovery from Substance Abuse: Alternative Coping Mechanisms
According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 19.7 million Americans (aged 12 or older) battled with substance abuse in 2017. Now, substance abuse is defined as dependence or over-indulgence in addictive substances — such as alcohol or drugs....
What Is Black-and-White Thinking?
Black-and-white thinking, also known as polarized or dichotomous thinking, is a manner of thinking that relies on extremes. In other words, rather than viewing the world around you as complex and nuanced, you see it as one thing or another. Black-and-white thinking is...
Was Sex Ever Spontaneous?
Natalie Delfin, therapist at Love Heal Grow, works with individuals and couples who have concerns about sex. They talk about myths around sex and the benefits of reframing during sex therapy.Hi, I'm Natalie Delfin, therapist for individuals and couples at Love Heal...
In-Person vs. Online Therapy: Finding What’s Best For You
Whether you have been going to therapy for years and are looking to find something that fits better in your schedule or you are trying it out for the first time, deciding whether to do sessions in-person or online can be a tough choice. On the one hand, in-person...
Tips on How to Co-Parent After a Divorce or Breakup
Your kids don’t want to pick between you and your previous partner. They love both of you and want to keep both of you in their lives. This is why co-parenting is so crucial for couples who have broken up. Even if you are no longer together, you are both essential to...
Couples Therapy with Madison
Madison Hamzy, therapist at Love Heal Grow, works a lot with struggling couples. Find out how she supports her clients and what a couples therapy session with her would look like!Hi, I'm Madison Hamzy, therapist for individuals and couples at Love Heal Grow...
How to Rebuild Trust After Infidelity
A lot of people really underestimate how much work it takes to create and sustain a healthy, long-term relationship. For the most part, infidelity occurs when people in a relationship do not feel comfortable communicating their deepest feelings and desires to their...
How to Cope with Being “Ghosted”
Ever been stood up for no reason after going on some great dates over the past few weeks? Maybe you’ve been dating for a few months, and suddenly you don’t hear anything back. Perhaps you’re hitting it off super well with a new love interest, and then they stop...
Trauma Therapy with Daylyn Musante
Daylyn Musante is one of our wonderful therapists at Love Heal Grow! She works with individuals who have faced trauma that continues to impact their lives. Find out how Daylyn helps these individuals through therapy.Hi, I'm Daylyn Musante, therapist for individuals...
Are You Too Stressed for Sex?
Many people think that stress is easy to ignore or get over. Unfortunately, this is not the case. When we are stressed, our bodies actually go through a series of changes that trigger our fight-or-flight response. This can include increased heart and breathing rate,...
What To Do When You’re Not Getting What You Want From Therapy
Therapy can be an extremely valuable tool for helping people navigate through life challenges, define identities, and feel satisfied and fulfilled in life. But, if you do not connect with your therapist, achieving any of these things will be extremely difficult. ...
Therapy for Individuals with Ann Marie
Ann Marie McKnight, therapist at Love Heal Grow, works with individuals who may be going through life transitions and feel lost. She talks about what therapy may look like with her and how it can help you.Hi, I'm Ann Marie McKnight, therapist for individuals and...
Breaking the Cycle of Generational Trauma
Generational trauma is often noted as one of the most challenging types of trauma to overcome. This is not necessarily because it is “worse” than any other type of trauma, but simply because it is typically hard to recognize and heal from. The concept of generational...
The Heart of Inner Critics
“Ouch!” I’m driving home from a party and there is nobody else in the car and yet I feel like I am getting yelled at. My skin tingles uncomfortably and I feel my stomach clench. “Why did you say that? Everybody was having a good time until you ruined it. Why can’t...
Working with Women in Mid-Age, Linda Rolufs
Linda Rolufs is one of our amazing therapists at Love Heal Grow! Linda likes to support women who are in their 40s-60s as they get a sense of who they are. Hi, I'm Linda Rolufs, therapist for individuals and couples at Love Heal Grow Counseling. I help people who are...
Coping with Wedding Planning Stress When Engaged
Even looking over the mountain of to-dos that come with planning a wedding can make anyone stressed out. But, if you are trying to plan your own wedding — while still doing your job, spending time with loved ones, paying bills, and living your life, well, that’s a...
5 Common Misconceptions About PTSD
PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is a type of mental health condition that is triggered by a traumatizing event. The individual with PTSD could have been a part of the event or could have witnessed it. Not everyone who goes through a traumatic event will get...
