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Blog Unmet Expectations Causes Distance in Relationships Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Do you struggle with frustrations stemming from unmet expectations in your relationship? It can be incredibly disappointing when your vision of life, relationships, vacations, and holidays doesn’t align with reality. Many people face this challenge, especially during the holiday season, which…

Blog Arguing in Front of Your Child Can be Devastating for Young People Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Children are always observing and listening to everything you do and say. Your behavior and the way you treat others will greatly influence how they behave and treat others. It’s important to be mindful that…

Blog Wake Up Each Day With a Purpose Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC The importance of waking up each day with a purpose is crucial. Everyone needs a purpose and those who struggle with depression often have difficulties doing things because they may not feel they have a purpose. The problem is that…

Blog Dealing with a Parent’s Diagnosis of Dementia Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC As a child, no matter how old you are, it is difficult to watch your parents or caretaker deteriorate. This can be one of the most challenging experiences in life. We perceive this person as strong, thus witnessing their decline…

Blog Trauma Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Trauma affects many people; it is important not to allow yourself to say, “My trauma isn’t as bad as someone else’s” We must learn not to compare traumas or think yours isn’t as bad as someone else’s trauma, so you don’t need help. Allowing yourself to…

Blog Taking Care of Your Mental Health Is Just as Important as Taking Care of Your Physical Health. Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC We, as a society, need to do better in taking care of our mental health. The stigma surrounding mental health is decreasing, and more people are reaching out for help…

Blog School Personal Head Back to School Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC There is a lot of discussion about students returning to school, but what about the school staff? School staff are under immense pressure as they head back to school. Some may be excited for their very first day, some may be…

Blog Is Your Adult Child Entitled? Author: Dr. Julie. Sorenson, DMFT, MA, LPC Raising children is hard work. It is both exhausting and rewarding. Once they have flown the nest your job doesn’t stop here, and you will forever be there for them if they need you. As they get older they don’t need you…