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Strengthen Your Bonds with Relationship Counseling
Many couples or partners hesitate to seek help, thinking problems will resolve on their own. But unresolved issues often grow, leading to frustration and distance. Relationship therapy helps provide a safe space to explore feelings and patterns that may be harming the connection.
Kimberly Mahr
Nov 4


"Man Up" is Out: Learning the Language of Emotional Intelligence
Learning the language of EQ is not about becoming “soft” or losing your masculine edge. It’s about becoming more effective, more resilient, and more connected.
Kimberly Mahr
Oct 24


Boundaries for Beginners
Boundaries are not walls you build to push people away. They are fences you build to protect what’s valuable inside. They are a practical, powerful tool for managing your energy, teaching people how to treat you, and building healthier, more honest relationships. This is your beginner's guide to saying "no" with confidence and protecting your peace without burning your life to the ground.
Kimberly Mahr
Oct 21


The Gen X Friendship Audit
Gen X’s relationship with friendship is unique. Raised to be independent and skeptical of institutions, we put immense value on our chosen families. This creates an intense loyalty, which is a strength until it becomes a trap. Let us teach you how to engage in a no- BS friendship audit so you can become the architect of your future relationships.
Kimberly Mahr
Oct 17


How Relationship Counseling Can Transform Your Partnership
Whether you’re navigating the early days of a new romance or have been together long enough to finish each other’s sentences (and annoy each other to no end), relationship therapy can be a game-changer. Ready to find out how? Let’s dive in.
Kimberly Mahr
Oct 1


What She Really Wants
A Man's Guide: At some point in your relationship, you have looked at your partner and thought, “What do you want from me?”It’s one of the most frustrating and common experiences for men in long-term relationships. You feel like you’re doing everything you’re “supposed” to do. You work hard. You’re a good dad. You fix things around the house. You’re loyal. From your perspective, you’re holding up your end of the bargain. Yet, there’s still a disconnect...
Kimberly Mahr
Sep 28


I Don't Need Therapy; I Have Friends!
Relying on your friends for support is healthy. Using them as your primary, unpaid, and completely untrained mental health provider is not the best idea...
Kimberly Mahr
Sep 25


A Gen X Guide to Surviving the Sandwich Generation Squeeze
Welcome to the "Sandwich generation squeeze." It’s time to stop seeing your own well-being as a luxury you’ll get to after everyone else is taken care of. This is your tactical guide to surviving the squeeze, setting the boundaries that will save you, and reclaiming your own damn life from the jaws of loving obligation.
Kimberly Mahr
Sep 22


How Therapy Can Support Your Personal Growth Journey
Research shows that engaging in therapy can foster healthier coping mechanisms, resilience, and personal insights.
Kimberly Mahr
Aug 21


How Relationship Counseling Can Transform Your Connections
Discover how relationship counseling can help couples and individuals improve communication and resolve conflicts effectively.
Kimberly Mahr
Aug 11


Gen Z: Your Degree Is Not Your Destiny
Feeling stuck, disillusioned, or regretful about your education is not a personal failure. It is an incredibly common experience for our generation. The idea that a four-year degree neatly prepares you for a 40-year career is an outdated myth from a bygone era. It's time to stop mourning the path you didn't take and start strategically leveraging the assets you do have to build the career you actually want.
Kimberly Mahr
Aug 4


So Long, Summer: Helping Your Young Adult Transition Back to College
Sending your young adult back to college is a significant transition, both for them and for you. Let's explore how to make this farewell as smooth and supportive as possible.
Kimberly Mahr
Aug 1


More Than Just a "Honey-Do" List
The "honey-do list:" Why is this considered normal? Why is the default setting in so many households that one person (usually the woman) is the Project Manager of the entire home, and the other (usually the man) is a part-time, often reluctant, employee who needs a written work order to get anything done?
Kimberly Mahr
Jul 19


Welcome Home: Navigating Your Young Adult's Return from College
Bringing your young adult home from college for the summer is a unique opportunity to reconnect and support them as they navigate this new phase of their lives. By fostering open communication, respecting their growing independence, and establishing clear expectations, you can create a summer that is enjoyable for everyone.
Kimberly Mahr
Jun 3


The Power of "No": Understanding Boundaries and Their Impact on Well-being
In the intricate dance of human connection, boundaries act as invisible lines that define where you end and others begin.
Kimberly Mahr
May 1


Breaking Free from Avoidant Attachment
Intimacy, trust, and vulnerability can be challenging for those with an avoidant attachment style.
Kimberly Mahr
Oct 29, 2024


A Different Approach to Venting
If you believe that screaming and punching a pillow will make you feel less angry, think again. Studies show that venting unpleasant...
Kimberly Mahr
Jul 11, 2023


Understanding Your Teen's Sexuality
Tips for parents as teens explore their sexual identity.

Hailey Araza
May 10, 2023


Talking with Teenagers: How to Have the Tough Conversations
It's fine line between treating teens like an adult, while still exerting some parental control. Here are some tips for tough conversations.

Hailey Araza
Apr 27, 2022


The Negative Effects of Screen Time
Children today grow up with a world of technology at their feet. Unfortunately, research shows that this new technology has taken a toll...
Kimberly Mahr
Apr 24, 2022
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