The Marriage and Family Clinic

Are you looking for more connection with your partner?  What if I told you you can accomplish this in as little as six seconds every day before you leave for work?

Put into practice the six-second kiss! 
Or the 20-second hug. 

We’re not suggesting you get out a timer or count one one thousand, two one thousand, three one thousand, although if that is what you need, by all means, count in your head. You may be asking why we are specific about how long hugging or kissing should last, but science is backing us up. 

Credit: John and Julie Gottman speaking about the six-second kiss. 
 
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At our therapy office, we believe that open and honest conversations are the foundation of a healthy and fulfilling intimate life. Embrace vulnerability and let your true self be seen—it’s the key to deeper connections and more meaningful experiences. 💬❤️

Hunter English, LMFT-C is our Certified S*x Therapist on staff, dedicated to providing you, you and your partner(s) the qualified care you need and want

Sunlight increases the brain’s release of serotonin, a hormone that helps to boost your mood and increase focus! So go out and get some today, tomorrow, and the next!!

It’s ok to want to react, it’s also important to note and be aware of HOW we react as it can incredibly impact ourselves, our partners, and our relationship.

Here is an amazing tip from our lovely Savana on how to down regulate emotions and decide if /how to express them

🌸 Understanding Postpartum Depression 🌸
Postpartum Depression (PPD) affects 1 in 7 new mothers, yet it often goes unspoken. Recognizing the symptoms is the first step towards healing. Common signs include:

Persistent sadness or hopelessness
Severe mood swings
Difficulty bonding with your baby
Withdrawal from family and friends
Changes in appetite or sleep patterns
Intense irritability or anger
Fear of not being a good mother

If you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms, remember: you are not alone, and help is available. Reach out to a healthcare provider, support group, or trusted loved one. Your mental health matters. 💕

We decide for ourselves what is OUR NORMAL. Others don’t have to decide for you, and for performance of others reduces authenticity of self

Let’s choose courage over comfort. 🌟 It’s easy to fill in the blanks with our assumptions, but true understanding comes from open, honest conversations. Dare to ask, dare to speak, and dare to listen. By communicating directly, we build stronger connections and avoid the misunderstandings that assumptions often bring. Let’s empower each other to speak our truths and share our stories. 💬✨

🌟 Feeling overwhelmed? Let’s hit the pause button together! Here are 4 easy self-care tips to help you recharge and embrace your day with positivity:

1️⃣ Eat a Healthy Diet 🥗—we eat good, we feel good.
2️⃣ Make time for Hobbies 🥾—disconnect to reconnect with yourself.
3️⃣ Sleep 😴—give your brain and body the rest it needs.
4️⃣ Exercise Regularly🧘—try a quick breathing exercise to calm your mind.

Start with one tip or try them all; the important thing is to take a moment for YOU! 💖 tips

Solutions are personal, maybe this can help your brainstorming session

As we enter into the weekend, remember these wise words for our therapist, Savana!!!

Surrounded yet secluded. 🌿 Sometimes, loneliness isn’t about being alone; it’s about feeling disconnected. Let’s bridge the gap with understanding and compassion. Reach out, share your story, and listen. Together, we can turn solitary moments into connections that matter. 💬🤝

Incredible words from our lovely intern, Ashely!

Leave in the comments your thoughts on compassion.

Our lovely Becky Anderson has some thoughts on the book, No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz

"'The cracks within you are where the lights get in, illuminating your true essence.' Such a fantastic book helping to better understand all your parts. being able to look at your “bad parts” not as flaws to be ashamed of, but information for growth and self-discovery."

Share your thoughts on the quote in the comments!

📚 Dive into ‘No Bad Parts’ and discover the transformative power of embracing every aspect of yourself. This book is a journey to self-acceptance that everyone should experience. Highly recommend for anyone on a path to inner peace! ✨

A quote for your thoughts,

"The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved; loved for ourselves, or rather, loved in spite of ourselves."
-Victor Hugo

Active listening is a critical piece to proper communication and comprehension

Some insightful words from our founder, Aaron Anderson, on the topic of stress and stress management.

"Stress isn’t just crap you’re feeling at work. Stress can come from good things, too. Like seeing a child go off to college, starting a new (better) job, getting married and moving. Just because it’s not something society deems as ‘bad’ doesn’t mean it also isn’t stress."

Penny for anyones thoughts and comments👀👀

Do you follow us on Instagram? We have some amazing stuff posted over there by things that have been impacting our team members.

Beautiful words spoken by the amazing Brach!

We are halfway through the month, how are you doing? It is never too late to start a positive shift.

Share with us what you are going to work on first 🥰

COLORADO Clients - Last chance to join our upcoming Men's Group.

We have a couple spots left, don't miss out!

Contact us today at 720-648-8285 ext1 to get your spot for our group starting THIS THURSDAY, April 11th at 7pm.

If you relationship with your partner is ADDING to the craziness in your life, it is time to meet with a marriage counselor.

We can help you understand each other, communicate better and get on the same page so you can support each other through life.
Life is too short to have a mediocre marriage!

Our next Mens group starts next week! Beginnin April 11th at 7:00. We help men understand their unique masculine traits to build more confidence, deal with life challenges, and show up better in all your important relationships. Write me if you're interested ([email protected])! Or checkout the link: https://themarriageandfamilyclinic.com/mens-group/

We see this all the time!

In a culture that pushes positivity, know the different between positive attitude and avoidance.

If you are the one in your relationship that is constantly avoiding your partners emotional ques due to your positive mindset, PLEASE take the time, effort and discomfort to meet them emotionally. Your relationship will flourish!

If "negative" emotions are hard for you, we recommend you meet with a therapist to become more emotionally aware and open.

Call out to the great men out there!
Our next round of our men's group begins on April 11th. This group is for men who are struggling in your most important relationships. Whether you feel like you're not listened to, not respected or not heard, by the important people around you, this group helps men learn how to show up authentically and confidently in all their important relationships and learn how to communicate healthily in ways that get their needs met without being a bulldozer. We have great feedback from men in this group about the camaraderie, the insight and the skills they learn. Click the link below to sign up for our next round. See you there!
https://themarriageandfamilyclinic.com/mens-group/

Our Women's Group has been postponed 1 week!!

If you are interested, you are not too late.
We still have spots available!

Get more information and sign up here: https://mailchi.mp/7e56f1447dee/people-pleasers-group

Or call our clinic at 720-648-8285 ext0

📸: The Chic Life

When it seems like nothing is calm in your life, look to your partnership for peace ☺️

Want to know how to create peace in your marriage? Talk to one of our Denver therapists to see how they can help!

For anyone with a husband, son, brother or father. If you want to know why the man in your life is more likely to experience depression, die by su***de, conduct a mass shooting or why they check out through video games, p**n or alcohol then give a listen to this song. Double bonus: It has Darius Rucker in it. Yes, Hootie! And let's not forget Dax the Rapper. Both awesome.

If you're a man wanting help or you have a beloved man in your life who would like help send him our way. Our Director Aaron Anderson specializes in men's mental health Reach us at 720-648-8285 x3

Dax - "To Be A Man" Remix (Feat. Darius Rucker) [Official Video] [LYRICS BELOW] "To Be a Man" is making an IMPACT. I truly believe there are millions more to touch with this song. I travelled to Nashville to complete this ...

Do you ever struggle to get through a conversation with your partner without opening old wounds? Try to remember - this is their first time being human, too! Letting each other make mistakes can be a beautiful growth experience both individually, and in your relationship.

Need help navigating these conversations? Call our Westminster clinic to speak with one of our couples counselors at
(720) 648-8285

When your partner or spouse speaks, are you listening and intending to formulate your reply? Or are you listening to really HEAR them? Let us know in the comments!

Need help learning how to truly hear and communicate with your partner? Call our Denver clinic today to get set up with one of our therapists at (720) 648-8285!

What helps you feel connected to your partner in your relationship? Is it going out and experiencing new things, or staying in and enjoying each other in comfort?

Follow the link below to get in touch with one of our therapists to see how we can help you find your connection, again!
https://themarriageandfamilyclinic.com/marriage-counseling/

Our clinical director, Aaron Anderson, will be presenting for a networking group that we are a part of tomorrow, December 1st @ 12pm. It is open to the public and is also a networking opportunity for business owners. Check it out.

Topic: Seven things nobody taught you about marriage:

Our society sucks at teaching how to do well in relationships. Sure there are stories in books and in movies but we know those are just fantasy. And personal experience of what you saw growing up is just anecdotal. In this presentation, Aaron and Becky Anderson, owners of The Marriage and Family Clinic, teach you 7 things nobody taught you about how to do well in relationships. This presentation will teach you 7 things helpful in all relationships: at work, at home, with your spouse and in life.

If you want to attend you will need to RSVP:
https://www.meetup.com/4br-building-better-business-by-referral/events/296543975/?fbclid=IwAR2qnRP_VdrP-T3ZKAEtw-AZf2OC1lLay73QgTY5Cg

Via Zoom - 4BR | MMRT (Mastermind Round Table) , Fri, Dec 1, 2023, 12:00 PM | Meetup Come participate in a round table conversation facilitated by a 4BR member with the topic of conversation based on the facilitator’s experience, knowledge and expertise on

This weekend we enjoyed meeting the next generation of therapists at CCU Intership fair. We were impressed by the ones we got to meet and are excited to start interviewing for Spring and Fall 2024 interns!

Meet our newest team member, Carolina Correa.

Carolina received her master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University – Los Angeles.

Carolina's journey into the world of therapy was driven by a deep passion for healing and reconnecting relationships. She understands that maintaining a healthy and fulfilling partnership can be challenging, and her mission is to guide couples toward rediscovering the love, intimacy, and connection that first brought them together.

Carolina is trilingual in English, Spanish and Portuguese, so is able to help a variety of clients. She has immediate openings on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Check out her bio here: https://themarriageandfamilyclinic.com/therapist/

We are now offering Ketamine-assisted therapy in our Westminster office on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9am-5pm.

This is SO exciting for the North Denver metro area, as we are the only office between Denver and Lafayette.

We will be offering Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, not just ketamine infusions, which research has found to be much more effective long term.

If you are interested or have been recommended to Ketamine-assisted therapy call or message us today to set up a consultation with our new therapist Ryan Hicks.

LOOK WHO'S BACK!!
We are happy to welcome Ryan Hicks back to our team!
He specializes in
- Ketamine-Assisted Therapy
- Non-monogamous/Polyamorous Relationships

Check out his full bio here: https://themarriageandfamilyclinic.com/therapist/

Don't forget about our FREE Teen Empowerment Classes at Joyful Journeys Community Enrichment starting this week, Thursday, July 26th. We still have room so register today!

Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdskkDqB2SeDtWXXa9dYmN0ou3OWeb7RjCMpxmdYIV7iK7RpQ/viewform

Our student therapist, Shaelyn McCabe will be hosting a FREE Teen Empowerment Program at Joyful Journeys Community Enrichment starting JULY 28th at 1PM. Your teen can attend all 3 classes or just the ones that interest them.

Comment, message or follow the QR code if you are interested.
Link for registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdskkDqB2SeDtWXXa9dYmN0ou3OWeb7RjCMpxmdYIV7iK7RpQ/viewform