Couples Vulnerability Improves Relationships

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Couples Counseling Involves Vulnerability In today’s fast-paced world, forming genuine connections can be challenging. At Utah Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic, we understand the importance of creating meaningful relationships. One powerful way to achieve this is through vulnerability. Opening up and sharing your authentic self can lead to stronger bonds and deeper connections with your […]

Couples Therapy Fit – Finding the Right Therapy for Your Relationship

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Couples Therapy Introduction Couples therapy plays a crucial role in helping a relationship heal and grow. In any relationship, challenges are inevitable, but overcoming them together will strengthen your bond. At Utah Marriage and Family Therapy Clinic, we recognize the uniqueness of each relationship and offer tailored therapy approaches to meet your specific needs. Other […]

Gottman Method: Relationship Therapy Revolutionized

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Gottman Method – What is it? In the landscape of relationship therapy, the Gottman Method stands as a cornerstone, reshaping how couples approach, understand, and resolve their issues. Developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, this method combines scientific research with practical techniques to foster stronger, more resilient relationships. In this blog, we delve into […]

Holiday Blues and What to Do

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Meals to cook, presents to wrap, kids with the sniffles (or worse), reaching end of year work deadlines, preparing for travel or preparing for guests to arrive– there are a litany of added stresses that permeate what should conventionally be a season of relaxing with friends and family. Compound that with interfamilial conflicts, historical holiday […]

How Effective is EFT? Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples.

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Creating Deeper Connections with Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Are you and your partner ready to turn the tide on your relationship challenges? Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a structured approach to couples therapy that emphasizes emotional bonding and attachment. This evidence-based method focuses on identifying and reshaping the emotional responses that underpin relationship dynamics. By […]

Navigating Mixed Faith Marriages

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Embracing Differences in a Mixed Faith Marriage Navigating mixed faith marriages where both partners come from different religious backgrounds can be a confusing and challenging journey, especially when beliefs and paradigms evolve or shift entirely. Recent research has shown that interfaith marriages are quite common in the U.S., particularly among younger couples, with about 31% […]

Crafting Connection for the Holidays and Your Home

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Communicating through holiday home projects builds connection. As the leaves turn crimson and gold, and the chill in the air whispers of holidays to come, many couples are rolling up their sleeves, ready to dive into fun home projects. Whether it’s carving pumpkins for Halloween or setting up a cozy nook for Thanksgiving, home projects […]

Top 5 Benefits of Marriage Counseling in Utah

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Top 5 Marriage Counseling Benefits in Utah Marriage is a beautiful journey, but it can also be challenging. Every couple faces ups and downs, and sometimes, seeking professional help can make a significant difference. Marriage counseling is a valuable resource for couples looking to strengthen their relationship and navigate through tough times. Here are the […]

Relationship Stress Management

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Marriage or any romantic relationship can be a source of joy and happiness, but it can also bring stress and challenges. From financial struggles to communication breakdowns, stress can take a toll on a relationship. Fortunately, relationship stress management can help navigate these challenges, and with some effort, it’s possible to maintain a healthy and […]

Approaching the Loss of a Relationship

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“All things will come to an end” were the words one of my mentors taught me early in my adulthood. At the time I was forced to live in a situation that was causing me immense stress and frustration. After what felt like an eternity, two months later my time in that situation did end. […]