by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Jun 29, 2025 | Communication, Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Premarital Counseling, Relationships
Relationships are both beautiful and complex. Couples often face challenges ranging from communication breakdowns to emotional disconnection. When these struggles threaten the health of a partnership, therapy can provide a lifeline. Two of the most widely respected...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Jun 29, 2025 | Communication, Counseling, Couples Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Premarital Counseling, Relationships
Marriage is one of life’s most significant commitments, and yet many couples invest more time planning their wedding than preparing for their marriage. Premarital counseling performed by a Marriage and Family Therapist provides a proactive opportunity for engaged...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | May 31, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment, Counseling, Depression, Eating Disorders, Psychotherapy, Relationships
Psychotherapy, often referred to as talk therapy, is a scientifically backed treatment for various mental health disorders. It involves structured interaction between a trained therapist and a client, aiming to resolve psychological distress, change maladaptive...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Jul 14, 2024 | Anxiety Treatment, Counseling, Dementia, Depression, Emotions, Happiness, Relationships, Stress Management
The coronavirus in 2020 brought considerable challenges due to mental health because of the dictates for physical distancing. Since then, people have reported continued feelings of loneliness and social isolation. Loneliness and social isolation are somewhat...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Apr 14, 2024 | Anxiety Treatment, Communication, Counseling, Psychotherapy, Relationships
Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), also called “social phobia,” is a type of anxiety disorder. People who have SAD experience extreme and persistent anxiety associated with social or performance situations. Even simple communication can sometimes be difficult or...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Dec 13, 2023 | Anxiety Treatment, Counseling, Depression, Emotions, Grief, Happiness, Joy, Love, Psychotherapy, Relationships
In psychology, resilience means being able to adapt to life’s misfortunes and setbacks without prolonged periods of distress. Ask yourself, when something goes wrong, do you tend to bounce back or fall apart? The good news is there’s actually a roadmap for...
