When I say things like fighting is a good thing or conflict is normal, I mean that if you hurt emotionally when you experience disconnection it means you still love each other. On the other side of conflict is an opportunity to love up those vulnerable parts of each other that surfaced during disconnection.
Introduction to Couples Therapy If you’re considering couples therapy, you’re already taking a brave and hopeful step toward a healthier relationship. Couples therapy, sometimes called marriage counseling is a specialized form of therapy designed to help partners navigate challenges, deepen their connection, and build the skills needed for a lasting, fulfilling partnership. Whether you’re facing
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Figs returns with his third installment of the Who Are You in Love Series. This time, he is joined by couple Ben and Jen and their 4 week old baby in arms. Together they vulnerably open up to the deep and important questions about love. Is there a moment that stands out for you when
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Figs and Teale are 10 days past their due date, anxiously awaiting the home birth of their second child, Kian. Together they share their vulnerabilities and experiences during this time while also waiting for their favorite San Francisco Friday night treat, Ramen! As couples therapists, they recognize that during times of stress or conflict, people
Today episode highlights the important and final prebirth check in with Figs and his pregnant wife Teale. As a follow up to their first pre-birth episode (released 5/23/2017), the two sit down together one last time to share and understand each other most vulnerable, lovable parts related to this important event. This time, Figs is
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In this episode, Ben shares his most vulnerable moments and mistakes in love, from the trail of wreckage behind him, to the beautiful sky that awaits ahead. The conversion runs deep, acknowledging the dark and light of intimacy in all relationships. Portland based naturopathic doctor, Ben Reebs, joins Figs as the second guest in the
Figs sits down with his pregnant wife, Teale (due in 3-5 weeks!) and together they share a special, intimate chat to prepare for the birth of their second child, Kian! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h89AA9evsZc Figs asks Teale three questions. These can be applied to any major relationship debate, thought, fear, or issue: What are your longings fears, thoughts,
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Today, Figs goes back to the basics and answers the question what is love? Certified in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (a clinical approach founded by Dr. Sue Johnson), Figs shares the Attachment Theory perspective on this big question. Love is an emotional bond that we all need. Simply put, we are biologically wired for connection.
As a couples and relationship therapist, this question is foremost in my mind much of the time. It’s a question I’ve found great value in answering for myself, and it’s a pivotal question for each of us to answer in order to understand what is most important to us. Answering it also reveals what frightens
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On today episode, Figs welcomes a very special guest, Teale Taxis, aka the better half in Figs’ marriage. Teale is also a San Francisco based Couples Therapist and the mother of their 3 year old daughter. She is due with their 2nd child (a boy) this summer. Together they share their own struggles and moments
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