The Toolbox at LisaKiftTherapy.com » Healthy Relationships http://lisakifttherapy.com Tools for Marriage, Relationship and Emotional Health. Articles, tips, advice. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:12:23 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 en hourly 1 Thriving in Relationships Despite a Painful Past by Jennifer Lehr, MFT http://lisakifttherapy.com/relationships/thriving-in-relationships-despite-a-painful-past/ http://lisakifttherapy.com/relationships/thriving-in-relationships-despite-a-painful-past/#comments Wed, 25 Aug 2010 21:36:24 +0000 Lisa Brookes Kift, MFT http://lisakifttherapy.com/?p=4025
  • Safety and Reactivity in Relationships by Jennifer Lehr, LMFT How many times have we begun a relationship, full of...
  • Becoming Psychologically Healthy by Jennifer Lehr, MFT We sometimes believe that if we are “good” people, good...
  • In the Spotlight – Jennifer Lehr, MFT Article of the Month for September 2010 / Also featured in...
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  • The Truth of Fundamental Need and Fear by Jonathan Goodman-Herrick, LCSW We want somebody to comfort us, save us, give us...
  • Commitment – The Essential Ingredient in Your Relationship by Richard Nicasto, Ph.D. Anyone who has run a marathon knows about commitment. To...
  • 6 Tips for Talking About Money Effectively by James W. Walkup, D.Min., LMFT 1. Discuss money only when you are both rested and...
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  • A Simple Formula to Keep Love and Intimacy Alive by Richard Nicastro, Ph.D. I bet if I asked you what you had for...
  • Relationship Help: 5 Essentials to Keep Your Relationship Fresh by Richard Nicastro, Ph.D. Anyone who is married or in a long-term committed relationship...
  • Is Your Marriage Going Through the Terrible Two’s? by Richard Nicastro, PhD Is your relationship going through the “terrible twos?” Marriage and...
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  • 10 Tips for a Good Relationship by Dawn J. Lipthrott, LCSW 1. Every morning make a conscious commitment to eliminate blame,...
  • Maintaining a Happy, Healthy Relationship after Parenthood by Cynthia Shaw, LMHC The challenges couples face after becoming parents are varied and...
  • Emotional Overload: One Thing You can do Right Now to Soothe Yourself Intense emotions such as anger, fear and sadness can be...
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  • Relationship Help: 5 Essentials to Keep Your Relationship Fresh by Richard Nicastro, Ph.D. Anyone who is married or in a long-term committed relationship...
  • Is Your Marriage Going Through the Terrible Two’s? by Richard Nicastro, PhD Is your relationship going through the “terrible twos?” Marriage and...
  • Passion, Sex and Intimacy: Keep the Fires of Passion Burning by Richard Nicastro, PhD “Relationships (like the individuals in the relationship) have unique rhythms...
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  • Resilience and the Brain: Managing Emotions and Overcoming Trauma Emotional and psychological resilience determines how well a person can...
  • Psychotherapy, Neuroscience, Attachment and Mindsight Following on the heels of my recent quest to become...
  • The Brain and Relationships Series: What’s Your Relationship Attachment Style? This is the first in a series of articles on...
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  • 5 Tips for a Healthy Relationship I’ve written a lot about healthy relationships and what aspects...
  • How to Manage Negative Emotions in Your Relationship Did you know that mindfulness can be a powerful tool...
  • Is Your Relationship Out of Balance? One thing I notice in a lot of couples who...
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  • 5 Tips for a Healthy Relationship I’ve written a lot about healthy relationships and what aspects...
  • 10 Characteristics of Successful Relationships In my couples therapy practice, I’ve seen a myriad of...
  • Couples Assessment: How Strong is Your Relationship Foundation? In my couples therapy work, I’ve noticed there are certain aspects that...
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  • Is Your Relationship Out of Balance? One thing I notice in a lot of couples who...
  • 10 Characteristics of Successful Relationships In my couples therapy practice, I’ve seen a myriad of...
  • Getting Married? 6 Great Reasons to get Premarital Counseling Most couples spend more time planning their weddings than their...
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  • The Power of Behavior in Relationships From the time we are born, relationships are one of...
  • Couples Conflict: Stop Blaming Your Partner and Own Your Role “If she didn’t act like such a brat I wouldn’t...
  • Practicing Empathy with your Partner in an Argument Most simply stated, empathy is the ability to put oneself...
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