Kathleen Oravec LMFT

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/17/magazine/s*xless-marriage.html?unlocked_article_code=1.mk0.X0p5.vxyXBmvUCOGO&smid=url-share.
Interesting article with different perspectives on intimacy..

Can a Sexless Marriage Be a Happy One? (Gift Article) Experts and couples are challenging the conventional wisdom that s*x is essential to relationships.

https://wapo.st/49QqbAW I hear about this issue a lot with couples.....

Advice | Carolyn Hax: Overwhelmed parent resents that partner takes time for himself A parent who doesn’t “have time to shower” wants partner to spend his free time on their household, not on himself.

If you are grieving the loss of a special family member.....please contact me. I am here for your support during this difficult time.

Grieving the Loss of a Pet? They Want to Help. (Gift Article) The number of resources for coping with a pet’s death has grown in recent years as some providers noticed an uptick in demand for their services.

Great stocking stuffers!

Review | Improving relationships is hard. A couples therapist recommends these books. These texts are full of wisdom and insight into contemporary relationships

https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/11/10/people-pleasing-tips-change/ It a a season of giving....and a lot of people struggle with maintaining a balance ..

Advice | Are you a chronic people-pleaser? Here’s how to be kinder to yourself. Acknowledge fear and other emotions, exercise self-compassion and practice saying no. These and other tips will help you manage chronic people-pleasing.

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/27/well/family/love-languages-author.html Do you know yours?

The Sixth Love Language Does Not Exist The author of the seminal book on love languages is surprised that the concept has become a cultural phenomenon. But he still wants couples to heed his advice.

A common topic in counseling...the sharing of responsibilities....https://www.nytimes.com/2022/07/20/opinion/moms-scheduling.html

Opinion | Why Do Moms Tend to Manage the Household Scheduling? Are we in a “transitional” moment for dads?

Anxiety can lead to not being able to let go ...https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2022/03/07/how-to-understand-help-hoarder/?utm_campaign=wp_main&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fb_news_token=aW%2BaPVbnEZ%2BT%2BaKga5ogJQ%3D%3D.tbQeveVKlCu0HTsTdmLdqyLWhZ5VbRPeAqr6agBu3h6FGNQhutEONyUshCP2pI06ux3TkEN%2FWSEDV7jSe4gNYGZxIy239QClXnWFjxmLBu0wMQXhkc8ieR%2FlH%2FesZg1gViCrbGaj1IqTy%2Bfl%2FuAKL9yUnTXXp8Odr7x2jHUZR%2B0H5nrr3r84zKntrJNULOvE8cLdzhLGeoQnUbQk6PfZq%2Fg5zoq9bZGRc6kXtDqWS4ZS9wJRasDMIOJTdPbUIyCuxBVAdorZnfgbkPYW%2BaOBjyHC5bzJMe%2B27lSy2IHyqDRTFwPP3QJmsOlQctOkzNK2MBvZfaslMO0BFQbhaTDlZXSil2e%2B5KGAaXz08EsEFpw%3D&fbclid=IwAR0O77h-N5JR04y2UZIVB85NbYuR08RV2lUqNvn0pyrlvbXpNuHc25cJJYQ

Hoarding disorders have increased during the pandemic. Here’s how to help a loved one who hoards. Experts say it's important to approach your loved one with empathy: “A lot of family members tend to see hoarding from a moral standpoint, but individuals are really struggling.”

Very insightful...https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/06/style/partner-change-relationship-acceptance.html?action=click&algo=identity&block=editors_picks_recirc&fellback=false&imp_id=112417977&impression_id=44a19662-6f75-11ec-b51e-5f3760a7192e&index=2&pgtype=Article&pool=editors-picks-ls®ion=ccolumn&req_id=684387472&surface=home-featured&variant=0_identity&action=click&module=editorContent&pgtype=Article®ion=CompanionColumn&contentCollection=Trending

Watching a Partner Change Is Hard. Accepting It Can Be Harder. We don’t marry one person as much as we marry one version of a person. But accepting the person a partner may become can be more challenging.

https://conversations.indy100.com/appreciation-care-loved-ones-communication Some good ways to show empathy...

The best ways to show people closest to you that they are heard and appreciated Everyone that is close to us wants to be heard in their relationship. It's for a good reason, too.

This narrative really sums it up.....

This is recommended reading for all couples...

She Divorced Me Because I Left Dishes By The Sink It wasn’t a big deal to me when I was married. But it was a big deal to her.

This is an insightful article about the need for physical touch and affection.....https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/24/style/are-you-in-an-inter-intimate-relationship.html?action=click&module=Top%20Stories&pgtype=Homepage

Are You in an ‘Inter-Intimate’ Relationship? For some couples, having different nons*xual intimacy preferences can be a strain on the relationship. Here’s how to meet in the middle.

This is insightful....https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/19/well/mind/covid-mental-health-languishing.html

There’s a Name for the Blah You’re Feeling: It’s Called Languishing The neglected middle child of mental health can dull your motivation and focus — and it may be the dominant emotion of 2021.

Are YOU holding a grudge?....https://www.studyfinds.org/hold-on-to-negativity-well-being/

Holding on to negative emotions can have a lasting impact on your well-being - Study Finds Psychologists at the University of Miami say the longer negative emotions linger in the human brain, the worse it is for your mental health.

Good tips to support your relationship in 2021...https://www.huffpost.com/entry/ways-better-partner-new-year_l_5fecd35fc5b65a92290cd144

8 Little Ways To Be A Better Partner In 2021 Therapists share their tips for improving your relationship in 2021.

Timely topic....https://www.cbsnews.com/news/couples-therapy-political-view-differences/?ftag=CNM-00-10aab7e&linkId=105763756

Can couples therapy techniques bring together Americans with opposing political views? Americans are fiercely split, not only about policy, but on the basic decency of the other side.

It is a good time to expand your knowledge and challenge yourself...https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/02/health/resilience-learning-building-skills.html?surface=home-living-vi&fellback=false&req_id=135891236&algo=bandit-home&imp_id=311388467&action=click&module=Smarter%20Living&pgtype=Homepage

To Build Emotional Strength, Expand Your Brain The quest to understand something new is a key factor to building the resilience necessary to weather setbacks and navigate life’s volatility.

It is worth trying.....https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2020/05/18/surprising-intimacy-online-therapy-sessions-during-pandemic/?arc404=true

Opinion | The surprising intimacy of online therapy sessions during the pandemic Online therapy is different. But that doesn't mean it's bad.

Quarantined Coupledom...https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/10/realestate/couples-quality-time-all-the-time.html?action=click&module=Top%20Stories&pgtype=Homepage

Couples Quality Time, All the Time How to persist when your spouse doubles as your co-worker, gym buddy and prepper partner.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/anxiety-coronavirus-sleep-memory-anger-focus/2020/04/03/61dab1b0-75b9-11ea-85cb-8670579b863d_story.html?fbclid=IwAR3cUE-UmY_uYk0Gtpx_SykzpbRHIoiwf_5SsJRmke2dbbDBoZOB9nAUlh4&utm_campaign=wp_main&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook Please contact me because I am here to help during this stressful time.

Pandemic anxiety is making us sleepless, forgetful and angry. Here are tips for coping. Psychologists recommend setting consistent bedtimes, paring to-do lists and losing ourselves in an enjoyable pastime, among other steps.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2020/03/23/coronavirus-is-mental-health-emergency-too-we-must-remove-barriers-care/ Please contact me if you are struggling with anxiety about the unknown. Your mental health is important.

Opinion | Don’t neglect your mental health during this pandemic The regulatory and insurance barriers to telepsychiatry must come down immediately.

You can learn a lot about yourself and each other when take a trip together. They are ways to make it a dream vacation....rather than a stressed fueled nightmare.

The completely correct guide to traveling with a significant other What could go wrong on a romantic getaway? So, so many things. Experts shared what partners can do before, during and after the trip (take a test run and get the money talk out of the way, for starters).

Would you be ok with cuts to Medicare to bring down a deficit that he created to help corporations pay little or no taxes?

Trump Opens Door to Cuts to Medicare and Other Entitlement Programs The president signaled a willingness to scale back Medicare, a shift from his 2016 platform of protecting entitlement programs.

As a therapist, I thought these were well thought out ideas !

20 Ways To Be A Happier Person In 2020, According To Therapists If you're going to make a resolution for the new year, it may as well be improving your mental health.

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https://www.nytimes.com/2019/10/28/smarter-living/the-benefits-of-being-alone.html?fallback=false&recId=385338004&locked=1&geoContinent=NA&geoRegion=CA&recAlloc=random&geoCountry=US&blockId=home-living&imp_id=367156061&action=click&module=Smarter%20Living&pgtype=Homepage Turn off your phone and be alone!

Why You Should Find Time to Be Alone With Yourself Don’t confuse loneliness with time by yourself.

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/how-to-tell-someone-to-go-to-therapy_l_5d9de9f9e4b02c9da0423e79 This article has some good advice about how to help a friend or family member...

The Right Way To Tell Someone You Love They Should Try Therapy Therapists share the best ways to approach someone about seeking help from a mental health professional.

It's that time of the year again....https://parenting.nytimes.com/preschooler/school-dropoffs?action=click&login=email&auth=login-email

How to Tackle Tough Drop-Offs Expert tips on how to disentangle from your little clingers swiftly and kindly.

When is the last time you heard "Can I go out and play?" https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/17/opinion/sunday/childhood-suicide-depression-anxiety.html?smid=fb-nytimes&smtyp=cur&fbclid=IwAR2Jb6oVosvpK8tfDN6mTiL-sqFAwlE7rQJC_YztHFVWb3QUmdLAIVp-3RI

Opinion | We Have Ruined Childhood For youngsters these days, an hour of free play is like a drop of water in the desert. Of course they’re miserable.

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/02/your-money/parenting-wealth-discussions.html?fbclid=IwAR16wHOF0ouTHzI5fl_PulP9ikgFmFbw3PhnNGRLhGbQdp9lpadyu5cbzsA Money is not a four letter word!

4 Reasons Parents Don’t Discuss Money (and Why They Should) Families are often reticent to talk about wealth and inheritance with their children, but experts say that can create confusion and insecurity.