The Center for Relationships

Upcoming Gottman Level 1, 2, and 3 trainings in 2024 -- Brought to you by Dr. Vagdevi Meunier - Licensed psychologist with over 40 years of experience as a marriage and family therapist and expert couples therapist, Approved Senior Gottman Trainer and consultant.

There's one more day of Care Week, but for most of you, today is the end of the work week.

Celebrate and socialize with other care professionals at our Virtual Happy Hour!

Join us on Zoom Events: http://tinyurl.com/y9sra6re

We've dubbed tomorrow Helping Professionals Day!

And our Care Week workshops are focused on just that – helping you take care of yourself (and keep the lights on for your business!).

Here's the rundown for the day:

10:00am – How to Increase Therapy Revenue with Toya Foster

12:00pm – Self-Care and Internal Family Systems with Debbie Seeger

1:00pm – Marketing Your Therapy Services with Juliana Weiss-Roessler

2:00pm – The Power of Boundaries with Mayra Yanez

4:00pm – Managing Mental Illness for Therapists with Reid Luedecke

5:00pm – The Center for Relationships Virtual Happy Hour

Visit us at https://www.findmycenter.org/care-week to tune in!

Happy Valentine's Day! Careweek continues today with the following offerings:

CareWeek is next week! If you want to join any of our free webinars, here is our free Zoom Events Hub link: https://events.zoom.us/eo/AlpGxtz0lhepBzcaCUgmq5Xuq91AePIlRm8l_QXCKkEvqYW6EvdG~AggLXsr32QYFjq8BlYLZ5I06Dg

The moment you’ve been waiting for has arrived: Care Week registration is live!

Click the link to find our full calendar of free webinars, and register for the topics that pique your curiosity.

And to book an individual Care Week session, browse our therapist's schedules to find a time that works best for you.

These free consultations are fully remote and secure. You get to see what our counseling services are like from the comfort of your own home!

Our Care Week individual sessions and education workshops are a chance to learn about your healing and wellbeing as an individual and within your relationships. Don't hesitate to sign up and join the tide of Care Week 2024!

Care Week 2024: A Week of Free Services | The Center For Relationships Feb 12-17, 2024 | It's our 10th annual Care Week! Attend free sessions & workshops from Gottman-trained counselors to help you have happier, healthier relationships. And don't miss our Happy Hour for the Helpers on Friday, Feb 16th!

Save the date! Care Week 2024 is coming up!

We’re delighted to host our 10th annual Care Week February 12-17. Like years past, we’ll be offering free workshops and therapist sessions for everyone who wants to learn how to have healthier, happier relationships. These events will be hosted both remotely and in-person.

This year’s theme is focused on helping the helpers. So make sure to share this post with the counselors, therapists, social workers, and caregivers in your life!

Our webinar and one-on-one session schedule will be released soon. To sign up for Care Week updates so you don’t miss a thing, check the link in our bio.

Save the date! Care Week 2024 is coming up!

We’re delighted to host our tenth annual Care Week this February 12-18. Like years past, we’ll be offering free workshops and therapist sessions for anyone and everyone who wants to learn how to have healthier, happier relationships. These events will be hosted both remotely and in-person.

This year’s theme is focused on helping the helpers. So make sure to share this post with the counselors, therapists, social workers, and caregivers in your life!

Our webinar and one-on-one session schedule will be released soon. To sign up for Care Week updates so you don’t miss a thing, check the link in our bio.

Did you know that building positivity in your relationships does not take huge effort -- and pays off better than tackling the difficult stuff in relationships? https://www.findmycenter.org/blog/having-fun-in-your-close-relationships-during-the-holidays

In a world that often focuses on the negative, it's important to take time to celebrate the good things in life. And one of the best ways to do that is to share those good things with your loved ones.

Here are some tips for sharing good news with your partner:
• Be specific. The more details you can provide, the better your partner will understand why you're excited.
• Be enthusiastic. Let your partner see how happy you are for yourself.
• Be appreciative. Thank your partner for listening and sharing in your joy.
• By sharing good news with your partner, you can help to create a more positive and supportive relationship.

Learn more and read the full blog at the link in our bio!

The Art and Science of Love Couples Retreat is back! 💕 Join us December 9-10 in person in Austin, Texas for a two day Gottman Method retreat designed to Confirm, Strengthen & Restore the Love & Connection within your relationship.

Want to learn more? Join us November 7th at 6-7pm CST for a FREE virtual info session and Q&A with Dr. Vagdevi Meunier, Gottman Master Trainer and Certified Therapist and Facilitator of the upcoming Art and Science of Love Retreat! Check the link in our bio to sign up and learn more.

🌱 Boundaries: The Secret Ingredient to a Thriving Relationship! 🌼

In the intricate dance of human connections, setting boundaries is your superpower. 🚀 They're not about control but about respect, understanding, and self-discovery. Learn how boundaries can transform your relationship into a beautiful garden of love and respect. 🌹 Read the full blog at the link in our bio!

Do you know what your partner's dreams and aspirations are? ✨🌠

To create a strong foundation for your relationships, you need to build .

Comfort nurtures honesty. Honesty feeds loyalty & trust. Our mission is to inspire love and we do this through premier relationship services, including couples & relationship therapy, relationship education, and professional training. Come see how we can help your relationship grow. 👫🔥

Most relationship problems (69%) never get resolved but are “perpetual” problems based on personality differences between partners.

Breaking the cycle of these perpetual problems takes work by both partners.

“Resentment is like drinking poison and hoping the other person dies.”

While this is a popular saying, this quote is speaking to the fact that resentment is a toxic state of mind. Here are 3️⃣ main reasons why you need to let go of resentment.

If your relationship struggles with resentment, misunderstandings, and conflict, you may have a boundaries problem. Boundaries safeguard each partner's needs, desires, and expectations, and help each person feel recognized and respected. 👩‍❤️‍👨👩‍❤️‍👩👨‍❤️‍👨

Over time, it's common to get stuck in negative communication cycles. Gottman's seven principles guide couples on the path toward a harmonious and long-lasting relationship.

INTIMACY 💖
noun [in·​ti·​ma·​cy]

1. the state of being intimate: FAMILIARITY
2. something of a personal or private nature

Our very own Dr. Vagdevi Meunier has been invited to speak at SXSW 2024! We're so excited for this opportunity for Dr. V to share her knowledge and discuss how we can use film to create more empathy and understanding from a mental health perspective, and we need your help! Please vote for the "Life is Like a Box of Chocolates" panel at the link in our bio by August 20 ✅

is a way to calm oneself while in a state of emotional distress. Each individual will have his or her way to so it's essential to find what works for you so you don't feel overwhelmed in times of stress.

Ahh, the honeymoon. When we hear the word "honeymoon," thoughts of blissful newlywed couples whisked away to exotic destinations often come to mind. 🌴🌺🍹 But beyond the romantic allure and idyllic imagery, what is the true essence of a honeymoon?

New parents? Baby on the way? Looking for ways to keep your relationship happy and healthy amidst the excitement (and chaos!) of a new addition to your family? Join us for a John Gottman's Bringing Baby Home! This live, online workshop takes place over 3 sessions and can help prepare you for some of the challenges you face in your relationship as new parents. Research shows the connection of a baby's parents has significant impacts on their health and development. Visit the link in our bio to learn more and register for our next cycle, beginning August 19th!
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👉 Trust is a delicate balance of vulnerability, reliability, and open communication. It means having faith in one another's intentions, being dependable in both words and actions and cultivating an environment where honesty and transparency thrive.

According to a 12-year study of gay and le***an couples in the Journal of Homosexuality, all couple types—straight or gay—have many of the same problems and the same paths to staying happy together. But research has shown that some qualities of strength (like humor and the ability to calm down during a fight) are especially key to same-sex couples. Do you agree? Share your thoughts! 🌈✨

Moving in together is a significant milestone in any relationship. 🏡 It's a time of excitement, anticipation, and new beginnings. Before taking this big step, it's crucial to have open and honest conversations about various aspects of cohabitation.

It's Friday! 🌟 What are you planning for fun this weekend? Couples who are able to have fun and enjoy each other’s company are more likely to have a successful marriage. Now go have some fun! 💃🕺