Relationship and Couples Therapist Blog

Welcome to our relationship advice therapist blog aimed at helping you improve your relationships. You'll learn about finding, developing, and maintaining strong, long-lasting relationships with the people most important to you. We also have articles on personal growth topics. There are articles pertaining to couples therapy, individual therapy and family counseling in Reno, NV.

Finally, you'll find information about each of our therapists. This includes therapist bios and areas of focus.

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“Harmony in Holiday Traditions”: Crafting Our Unique Traditions

December 20, 2023

As the festive season approaches, couples often find themselves navigating the complexities of blending traditions, managing expectations, and seeking meaningful ways to celebrate together. As an experienced Emotionally Focused Therapist, I learn so much about what works through what clients have shared the profound impact that creating and nurturing unique holiday traditions for couples can…

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De-escalating Arguments in Love, cooling the flames of couple conflict

“Cooling the Flames: De-escalating Arguments in Love”

December 14, 2023

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…

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Wellness podcast host Heather Haslem photo for interview with Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW about attachment

Attachment and Wellness

November 29, 2023

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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Building Resilient Bonds: How EFT Strengthens Community Connections

October 2, 2023

Building stronger communities is crucial, especially now as we face a widespread loneliness epidemic. The path to greater connectedness is clear. Based on attachment theory, EFT recognizes our inherent need for deep social bonds and strong emotional connections, fundamental to robust communities. By focusing on emotional dynamics, EFT helps forge secure, resilient relationships, aiding in…

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Cornelius Sheehan, LCSW does individual and couples counseling in reno, nv. He is founder / director of therapy in Reno, NV practice: Individual & Relationship Counseling Associates. Reno, NV. Specialist in Marriage counseling

Should We Do Relationship Counseling Now? Some signs that it might be time.

September 24, 2023

There is a lot of high quality self-help available for distressed relationships. However, some of the difficult issues people in relationship face benefit most by professional help. The question, “should we do relationship counseling now?” comes up and isn’t always easy to answer. In this blog post, I explore seven key indicators that might suggest…

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Should we do Premarital Counseling? engaged couple in reno nv

Should we do Premarital Counseling?

September 16, 2023

stable attachment enhances communication, fosters trust, and builds resilience in solving conflicts. With a strong foundation, couples are better equipped to navigate challenges together.

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Unveiling the Attachment Science view of Emotional and Sexual Intimacy: A Conversation with Dr. Sue Johnson on The Knowledge Project

August 28, 2023

Introduction We highly recommend this special episode of ‘The Knowledge Project’ with Shane Parrish, a platform dedicated to unearthing profound insights and wisdom to enrich our lives. Shane conducts an exclusive interview with relationship expert Dr. Sue Johnson on building intimacy. Dr. Johnson is a renowned clinical psychologist and the primary creator of Emotionally Focused…

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That Relationship Show

August 28, 2023

Fall in-love again. Rebuild trust. Rediscover desire.

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Therapy Chat

August 28, 2023

Laura Reagan, LCSW-C, Psychotherapist, Burnout Prevention Consultant, and Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator interviews guests to discuss holistic and alternative approaches used in psychotherapy, counseling, coaching, and healing sessions. Be a fly on the wall as therapists discuss the practice of psychotherapy and how they implement self-care into their own lives to prevent therapist burnout. Conversations…

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Foreplay Radio Podcast

August 28, 2023

Sex therapist advice for relationships. This podcast features our EFT colleagues and friends: nationally-acclaimed sex therapist, author, and blogger, co-host Laurie Watson, PhD, LMFT talking with co-host George Faller, LMFT – global leader in couples therapy, author, and supervisor & trainer in Emotionally Focused Therapy about the vital topics of sexuality, marriage, eroticism, and committed partnership. With decades of counseling…

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