Imagine a world where your deepest emotions were always met with understanding. A world where your joys were mirrored with genuine enthusiasm, and...
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 Stop Being the Pursuer in a Relationship: 10 Steps to Rebalance the Scale
Do you ever feel like you're constantly reaching for your partner without them reaching back? Do you feel like the more you pursue a connection, the...
10 Healthy Relationship Expectations You Should Set To Create the Love You Deserve
Setting healthy relationship expectations is one of the most important aspects of establishing a strong and lasting partnership. But with so much...
Intimacy Exercises for Couples: A Complete Guide To Building Physical and Emotional Intimacy in a Relationship
Think of intimacy as the heartbeat of your relationship. It keeps the connection alive and thriving. But while we all crave that closeness,...
Essential Premarital Counseling Questions: A Couples Therapist Guide (with Downloadable PDF)
Premarital counseling questions offer couples a valuable chance to proactively address potential challenges and develop the skills needed for a long...
Unrealistic Relationship Expectations and How to Overcome Them
Love stories fill our imaginations, promising whirlwind romances and happily-ever-afters. But when the glow of infatuation fades, what remains?...
Marriage Expectations: Everything You Need to Know
Marriage is a beautiful journey with the potential for immense growth, love, and fulfillment. But even the strongest marriages can be challenged by...
Navigating Expectations in A Relationship: A Roadmap for Couples
Everyone in a romantic relationship carries an internal catalog of beliefs about what a "normal" relationship looks like. These are the expectations...