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Everything you need to know about the 5 Erotic Blueprints this Valentines Day
Everything you need to know about the 5 Erotic Blueprints this Valentines Day

In relationships, committed love and erotic desire are two very different things. If you ask your partner what committed love is, they could give you an answer. But, if asked what erotic desire is, what would they say? As therapists, we often see couples who have neglected the eroticism in their relationships, redirecting it or shutting it down altogether. We are given many models of committed love in our lives, but when looking for that “spark” to heat things up we often miss the mark.

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Couples, Couples CounselingCarole Cullen, LMFTMy-Therapist Inc.sex therapy, erotic blueprint, sextherapy, eroticblueprint, couples, couples therapy, marriage, dating, love, Love, raleigh, raleigh north carolina therapy, wake forest north carolina therapy, rolesville therapy, therapist, north carolina therapist, north carolina counseling, north carolina therapy, coaching, valent
10 Romantic Winter Dates for couples in the Triangle
10 Romantic Winter Dates for couples in the Triangle

The winter months can be a stressful time with the holidays, end of year wrap ups at work and school, and just generally being cooped up inside more. During this high stress period, it’s even more important to be conscious about spending some quality time with your partner. Below, you’ll find a list of 10 date ideas that embrace this time of year and promote connection with your special someone. Whether you like to stay home and warm or would rather have a little adventure, these are sure to create lasting memories together!

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Couples, Couples CounselingCarole Cullen, LMFTMy-Therapist, Inc.dates, date ideas, Couples, couples therapy, RDU, Raleigh, Wake Forest, Wake forest therapist, wake forest therapy, north carolina therapy, relationship coach, couples goals
The importance of mindfulness during the Holiday season
The importance of mindfulness during the Holiday season

On top of your already busy life, you have holiday-related tasks to attend to. Thus, leaving you with so much to do and so little time to do it.

You may have noticed your stress level rising. You may have also become irritable, and you’re snapping at the people around you. Or, you’ve lost sleep worrying about everything that has to get done before the holidays arrive.

Regardless, you’re overwhelmed and are pushed to your limit. You need to do something fast to offset your holiday stress.

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Couples, Couples Counseling, Family, Family Therapy, Individual, Individual counselingCarole Cullen, LMFTMy-Therapist, Inc. therapy, couples therapy, Marriage, mindfulness, holiday, love, family, stress, holiday stress, practicing mindfulness, emotions, mindfulness tips, meditation, meditating, therapy appointments, north carolina therapy, wake forest therapy, marriage counselor, individual counseling
Four Simple Tips for Newlyweds
Four Simple Tips for Newlyweds

Now that you’ve tied the knot, are you feeling curious about what the first year of marriage will be like? During this time, you and your spouse will be setting the foundation for the coming years of your life together. We recommend you take this time to properly blend your individual lifestyles together and learn how to live and navigate life as a cohesive team.

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Couples, Couples CounselingCarole Cullen, LMFTCouples, couples therapy, newlyweds, love, marriage, wedding, wedding planning, relationship, relationship coach, couples therapist NC, Love, Premarital Counseling, premarital coaching, Wake forest therapist
Why the Little Things Matter
Why the Little Things Matter

“Sometimes, the smallest things take up the most room in your heart.” —Winnie the Pooh

This is where we can set ourselves apart from others and this day; by doing the little things every day to make our partner feel what we aspire them to feel on Valentine’s Day. It’s the small things done often that make the biggest impact in our relationships. When I say ‘the little things,’ I truly mean the little things.

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CouplesCarole CullenMy TherapistCouples, Counseling
Romantic Fall Couple Getaways in North Carolina
Romantic Fall Couple Getaways in North Carolina

A romantic vacation is a valuable tool for affirming the bond between couples. A change in the physical environment can put a new perspective on a relationship. In a healthy relationship, every new experience will add depth to the shared meaning of you and your partner. Here are a few romantic getaways in North Carolina that will enrich any relationship.

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CouplesCarole CullenMy Therapist, Inc. Couples, Counseling, relationships
Can Couples Therapy Be Effective When My Partner Isn't On Board?
Can Couples Therapy Be Effective When My Partner Isn't On Board?

It's not always when both partners agree to take a specific route in their relationship. For instance, a wife might feel like they need couple's therapy while the husband doesn't see things that way. This presents a challenging situation. If you are faced with this dilemma, you might want to know whether or not couples therapy will work if one partner isn't on board. Read on to find out more.

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CouplesCarole CullenMy Therapist, Inc. Couples, Counseling, relationships
What is EMDR Therapy and How Can it Help My Marriage?  
What is EMDR Therapy and How Can it Help My Marriage?  

Keep what’s most important to you. Using EMDR is a proven way to improve your relationships.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a form of psychotherapy that helps people self-manage and heal from memories of disturbing and traumatic life experiences that cause disruption in their lives long after the disturbing or traumatic experiences have happened.

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Couples, FamilyCarole CullenMy Therapist, Inc. Couples, Counseling, EMDR, Trauma
How Gottman Couples Therapy Can Affair Proof Your Marriage?
How Gottman Couples Therapy Can Affair Proof Your Marriage?

The revelatory Science of Adult Attachment explores early development dynamics, which suggest that your marital relationship is the first child of your partnership and, when suspicions of infidelity arise, it can be a sign that your shared ward has given rise to an unspoken, inarticulate cry of abandonment. The Sound Relationship House Theory, developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, provides deep insights into the nine common factors that can either lead to an affair or point to one in progress.

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CouplesCarole CullenMy Therapistcouples, intimacy, affairs, betrayal, relationships, relationship tips, trust
Dating After Break-up: How to Survive (And Thrive) When You Start Dating Again
Dating After Break-up: How to Survive (And Thrive) When You Start Dating Again

You’ve experienced the exhilarating highs of a relationship and the unimaginable lows of its end, but did you know you can thrive in the aftermath? It’s true! You can. With time and focused effort, you can not only survive, you can also thrive in 2021 when you start dating again after a break up or divorce.

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CouplesCarole CullenMy Therapist, Inc.couples, relationships, relationship tips, dating
Spot the Difference: Lust vs. Love
Spot the Difference: Lust vs. Love

When you first meet someone and feel a physical attraction to them, it can be easy to start reading more into what you feel than is really there. The initial phase of attraction is where you can find no fault in the other person. You focus on how they look, how the brush of their hand makes you feel, or when you think of them it is to fantasize about a physical relationship but not anything deeper.

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CouplesCarole CullenMy Therapist, Inc.couples, intimacy, love, relationships
How Can I Forgive You After Betrayal?
How Can I Forgive You After Betrayal?

Cheating, infidelity, emotional affairs – big betrayals are extremely hurtful and traumatic for any relationship. And while a break-up or divorce is inevitable for some couples, there may be hope for other couples willing to put the past behind them and move forward. Here is a look at six steps both couples can take to successfully reach a place of forgiveness after a betrayal.

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CouplesCarole CullenMy Therapistcouples, infidelity, betrayal, intimacy, trust, forgiveness, affairs