Posts by Cornelius Sheehan
Meet Karen McKinney, LCSW, LCADC-S
Hi, I’m Karen. I combine evidence-based therapies with a compassionate, strengths-focused approach to help you achieve meaningful growth.
Read MoreMeet Gina Bemis, LCSW
Hi, I’m Gina. I take a collaborative approach with my clients. This means I work hard to understand their personal experiences, and help them work through challenges to achieve the progress that matters most to them.
Read MoreWill My Insurance Cover Therapy?
Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates Why Verify Your Therapy Insurance Benefits? A common question (view our FAQ’s here) we are asked at our therapy center in Reno is, “will my insurance cover therapy?” Understanding your insurance coverage for mental health services is an important step in making informed decisions about your care. This form will…
Read MoreMeet Hillary Harris, CPC
I work with individuals and couples who are feeling stuck in cycles of loneliness, disconnection, or unresolved emotional pain.
Read MoreA Discussion of Family Therapy for Military Families
What to Expect from the Episode Dr. Polinsky explains the profound impact of caregiver accessibility on children, shedding light on how feelings of emotional disconnection can influence behaviors, life choices, and even risks like substance use. She and Con delve into the complexities of military family life, discussing challenges such as navigating parental roles during…
Read MoreTherapist Dr. Sue Johnson (1947-2024) revolutionized relationship counseling
If you’ve heard me describe the work I do or have been a student, you’ve heard me talk about therapist, Dr. Sue Johnson. I felt (continue to feel) an enormous loss with her passing, April 23rd, 2024. No individual was more important to the development of relationship therapy than her.
Read More“The Science of Relationships: Healing, Emotion, & Connection with Drs. Sue Johnson & Jim Furrow”
“With & For“, a podcast hosted by Dr. Pam King. This is a wonderfully warm and informative program where Sue and Jim discuss the core importance of relationship, and how to improve relationships. The following topics are covered: • Living in a way this is, “fully alive.” • How to bring together the spectrum of…
Read More“Side by Side: Navigating OCD Treatment with EFT Couple Counseling”
Last week I did a presentation on what I was very surprised to find is an under-recognized area of OCD treatment: the impact of attachment theory on relationships affected by OCD. Thrive Wellness co-sponsored an OCD Symposium in Reno that provided the opportunity to discuss OCD from a relational perspective. This article shares (in broad…
Read More“Cooling the Flames: De-escalating Arguments in Love”
Strategies for Handling Arguments in Relationship Introduction As an experienced, certified Emotionally Focused Therapist (EFT) couple therapist, I’ve spent years helping couples navigate the complex tides of their relationships. I’ve realized that one of the most common challenges couples face is handling relationship conflict, i.e. managing and de-escalating the arguments we all experience. In what…
Read MoreAttachment and Wellness
Podcast Interview: “Cultivating Healthy Bonds: Insights from Attachment Theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy” Attachment and Wellness are Inseparable Feeling connected and important to others is essential for our overall well-being. Simply put, attachment and wellness are inseparable. Therapists use Attachment theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), a primary application of this theory, to provide significant…
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