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Sexual challenges are common both individually and in relationship. We specialize in working with consensual non monogamy, BDSM/Kink, and navigating different sexual desires in relationships, understanding gender expression and sexual orientations. Call/Email today to set up an appointment
Relationships can be one of the most rewarding things in our lives. But they can also be hard work, and stressful. Whether or not you are newly married, or celebrating your 20th anniversary, couples counseling can be an effective strategy for happiness and health. Call/Email today to set up an appointment.
Starting a new job? Ending a relationship? Parenting struggles? All of this can catch us off guard and create undo stress, When life throws a curveball, individual therapy can help untangle the mess of thoughts and guide the way. Call/Email today to set up an appointment.
As we grow there are many challenges we face. Some obstacles feel too much to manage on our own. Regardless of what major life transition you are going through, job stress, family stress, parenting, illness, the aging of parents. WE are here to help guide the way. Call/Email today to schedule an appointment.
Do you suspect your partner is cheating? Or have you found out that they are? Are you engaged in an affair and don’t know how to manage it? Affair recovery/Infidelity counseling can help sift through the confusion. We come from a non-judgmental, non-shaming perspective. We know that affairs are complex and can’t be defined by the “cheater” and the “victim. Call/email today to schedule an appointment.
While every session and clinician at Thrive Relational Therapy offers socially aware and justice orientated therapy, we offer a safe space for folks that identify as Queer to engage in en environment deepening their connection to their true selves. Same sex relationships, internalized hopophobia, external pressure and shame can be difficult to manage. We are here to help. Call/Email today to schedule an appointment.
Welcoming a new baby into the family can be exciting, but it comes with challenges. Whether you are thinking of becoming pregnant, are pregnant or have given birth, postpartum focused counseling can be right for you. You don’t need to travel the new journey of parenthood alone! Call/Email today to set up an appointment.
Have you experienced an extremely stressful situation. Or realize that a past experience wasn’t what you thought it was? Trauma comes in many shapes and forms and takes a toll in the short and long run. But it can get better with trauma informed therapy. Call/email today to set up an appointment.
If you have recently had a baby, are pregnant or are thinking of having a baby you know better than anyone that the adjustment is TOUGH. Lack of sleep, relationship changes, uncertainty, it all takes a toll. Call/email today to schedule an appointment.
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Marriage and Couples Counseling in Vancouver, Wa Problem: When we are in a relationship, it [...]
Is polyamory a bad idea? Different people have different things they want out of life [...]
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Can a polyamorous person be in a monogamous relationship? A person that identifies as polyamorous [...]
How can I be ethically non monogamous? Ethical non monogamy is consensual between multiple partners, [...]
Brief Couples Therapy: What is it, who is it right for and how does it [...]
Why do people cheat on people they love? There are countless reasons for infidelity. Some [...]
Is it possible to work through infidelity? Yes! Many couples state they feel happier, healthier [...]
