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Improve communication in relationships

Communication is the key to successful relationships. Although many couples struggle with being assertive and may be unaware of how to effectively communicate with their partner. 

This video offers one communication strategy that can be used to improve communication in your intimate relationships . 

Using blame in romantic relationships

Blame is a common strategy that people use to alleviate social or personal discomfort and can inadvertently impact the quality of your romantic relationships. The use of blame during confrontation can keep you and your partner stuck ultimately reducing the quality of your relationship.

This video shares the top 3 common reasons that people use blame in their romantic relationships.   

When someone you love has an addiction 

Many people who have a loved one who abuses substances feel powerless in their own lives, it is not uncommon for them to have given up their own needs to care for the person struggling with the addiction. I've often heard my clients say that they don't address problems with their their loved ones about their abuse because they are afraid to create problems or make the other person mad, sacrificing their own satisfaction in the relationship. 

This video shares tips for regaining power in relationships your through boundary setting. 

Behavioral strategies during
​bulimia recovery
 

Recovering from addictions, including eating disorders, requires a complete lifestyle change and prolonged effort. This video shares behavioral tips that can be used to avoid overeating during bulimia recovery.

This video emphasizes the use of mindfulness and working with a  treatment team during eating disorder recovery. 




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DISCLAIMER:  The content on this site should not be used in lieu of professional assistance. The information included  is not intended to provide advice, therapy or crisis support. The owner of this page is not affiliated with the programs listed and is not responsible for the content, claims, or representations of the listed entities.

Raquel Buchanan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #118976)  registered with the board of behavioral sciences in California. 

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