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Breaking Free from the Same Fight: The PACT Approach to Repetitive Arguments

Does the topic change but the argument stays the same? You're not alone. Many couples find themselves trapped in cycles where proving who's right matters more than feeling connected. Here's how the PACT approach helps break that pattern and build authentic partnership instead.

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Healing Trauma Through Nervous System Regulation: A Guide to Trauma Therapy

When trauma lives in your body, everyday moments can feel overwhelming. This post explores how trauma rewires your body's stress response and offers practical nervous system regulation techniques you can use right now. Whether you're healing from PTSD or supporting a partner through trauma activation, learn evidence-based strategies that help your body remember it's safe again.

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Trauma / PTSD, Stress & Burnout, Couples Therapy Susan Robbins Trauma / PTSD, Stress & Burnout, Couples Therapy Susan Robbins

Protecting the Protectors: Couples Therapy for Public Safety Families

First responders risk their lives to protect our communities, but the invisible burden of trauma often follows them home. Secondary traumatic stress affects partners and families too, creating unique relationship challenges. Discover how specialized couples therapy can help public safety families heal, connect, and thrive together.

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Rediscovering Connection: Navigating Midlife Changes as a Couple

Do you find yourself stuck in the challenging stage of midlife and struggle with feeling united and aligned with how to navigate these pressures together? The same life experiences that can drive couples apart can also become the foundation for a stronger, more authentic relationship when navigated with intention and support.

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