We are relational beings.
What relationships are in your life?
Sibling? Parental? Educational? Professional? Romantic?
Relationships provide the connection and fulfillment we need in our lives.
There are so many questions… so much to figure out.
What role do I play in this relationship?
Do I contribute enough, or is my partner the giving one?
Is my partner happy?
Do they still love me?
Why do I feel so disconnected?
What will I do if this relationship doesn’t work out?
But relationships can be challenging, exhausting, and painful.
Does your partner give everyone else more attention than you?
Maybe they seem to enjoy others’ company more than yours?
Is it a struggle for them to take the “time and effort” just to sit on the couch together?
Do you have constant battles because you’re the “emotional one” and your partner is the “logical one?”
Is it impossible to solve conflict because one or both of you shut down, blow up, or get your feelings hurt when there’s a confrontation?
Or maybe you feel bullied, unheard, or underappreciated…
We’re often quick to blame the other person, but…
Here’s the real question: How is your relationship with yourself?
That’s the truth you’re looking for!
When things get difficult, we tend to gravitate to what makes us feel most confident and comfortable. This might be our career, a hobby, or education. Let’s use this confidence and direct it toward developing YOU. When you’re secure in yourself, your relationships will improve.
The foundation of any relationship is accountability, openness, and vulnerability. Therapy allows you to practice these things and take responsibility for the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors you bring to the relationship. Honesty is loving; speak your truth; trust yourself.
We’ll also explore your beliefs about relationships. How we label a relationship affects our expectations of and feelings about it.
Are you ready?
… to communicate more effectively?
… to play the role you want in your relationship?
… to thrive in the kind of relationship you deserve?
Let’s start now!
Reach out today for your free consultation: (617) 620-1072. I look forward to meeting you!