There are some conversations that everyone likes to have – talking about vacations, hobbies that interest them or sharing a happy or proud moment. Then there are the conversations that aren’t so fun. The reality is there are times in life when we may need to talk about difficult things. Hot topics may make us so uncomfortable that we avoid...
Whether we’d like to believe it or not, people betray us. At times, even our significant other betrays our trust. While some may think it’s okay to cover the truth to protect their partner, emotional honesty in a relationship is a must if the relationship is to remain healthy. Studies have found that the impact of dishonesty is far-reaching and...
When we think of time-outs, it is easy to imagine a small child sitting down for an allotted amount of time. Maybe the child wasn’t playing nicely or threw a tantrum because things didn’t go their way. But how often do we consider taking a time-out as an adult? It may be surprising to read that the use of time-outs...
At Family Therapy Associates of Jacksonville (FTAJ), we take pride in offering the highest quality of client care. That commitment influences everything we do. When the world came to a stop during the pandemic, we used our professional teletherapy option for many clients who needed continued care. Likewise, therapy offices around the globe found themselves in the same position and...
Starting therapy can feel scary. Talking to your partner about going to couples therapy may feel even scarier. Have you ever wanted to ask someone about something that was so important, you were terrified they would reject you or say no? Asking your partner to come to therapy with you is a vulnerable act. It’s a healthy risk that can...
Change is always happening. It’s one of the constants in life. Sometimes we can stop it and other times we are better off jumping in head first. Some people navigate change well while others struggle with it. Personally, I prefer routine and planning and don’t care much for change. I park in the same spot at work and church. I...
My teenage daughter recently discovered that she needed braces. The disappointment on her face spoke volumes as she started protesting, “I already have glasses now I’m going to have BRACES?” Sadly, she has had many moments of self-doubt and damaged self-esteem as she tries to navigate her way through her adolescent years. These days, technology and social media create a...
According to the Infidelity Recovery Institute, research has shown it takes roughly 18 months to recover from infidelity. Of course, all couples are different and in order to truly recover from an affair, a couple must put in a significant amount of work. Some might think it takes a lot of work on the part of the betraying partner, but...
Most people know what a physical or sexual affair is. Affairs are often part of movie plots. You may even know someone who has been hurt by the betrayed in their relationship. Either way, there are some familiar warning signs. However, emotional affairs tend to be a lot more confusing for people. Most people do not have a clear understanding...
Congratulations, you are engaged!! Now comes the fun part where you get to plan your day to be exactly as you and your fiancé’ want it to go…or do you? As with any life transition, many friends and family will offer advice and suggestions to help you plan your special day. However, whose opinion carries the most weight? What do...
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