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To Open Your Marriage...or Not

Ultimately, the decision to open up a marriage should be based on mutual respect, honesty, and a commitment to each other's well-being. If you and your partner are able to approach the idea of non-monogamy with an open and honest mindset, and if you are both genuinely interested in exploring this type of relationship, it can be a positive and fulfilling experience. However, if either of you are approaching the idea of an open marriage from a place of fear, avoidance, or dishonesty, it may be wise to seek the help of a qualified therapist or counselor to work through these issues before taking any further steps.

sex therapyDenise RenyeMarch 26, 2023relationships, marriage, sexless marriage, open relationship, open marriage, nonmonogamy, non-monogamy, ethical non-monogamy, marin county sexologist, marin county psychologist, marin county CA, marin county, marin county sex therapist

Being Ghosted, it Sucks and How to Heal from it

Being ghosted can be a traumatic experience, and it can take time to heal from it. Here are some steps you can take to help you move on:

trauma healingDenise RenyeMarch 26, 2023relationships, ghosted, relationship trauma, trauma, trauma response, trauma bond, sexual tra, sexual trauma, relationship disappointment

How to Heal After Divorce

Life after a divorce can be challenging, but it's important to focus on self-care, build a strong support system, set realistic goals, establish a new routine, let go of resentment, and take things slowly. By taking these steps, you can begin to rebuild your life and find happiness once again.

Working with a skilled therapist can be key in helping to heal the heartbreak that can accompany divorce. There are support groups also, to connect with others who are going through similar experiences.

trauma healingDenise RenyeMarch 1, 2023relationships, relationship, divorce, heartbreak, rela, toxic relationship, relationship recovery, long term relationships, relationship creativity, healthy relationships, abusive relationships, couples therapy

How to Apologize Effectively in 5 Steps

These non-apologies essentially blame the other person for feeling upset or hurt. There isn’t acknowledgment on the part of the person who did the hurting so they aren’t real apologies. That’s the key, acknowledgment of one’s own actions. The non-apologies are defensive statements that endeavor to get the person who is doing the apologizing “off the hook.” The statements don’t take responsibility for the person’s actions so they aren’t real apologies.

trauma healingDenise RenyeFebruary 8, 2023apology, narcissistic abuse, relationships, romantic, romantic partnerships

The Pandemic Has Changed How We View Relationships

the “forever love,” the idea one person can be your “everything” is crumbling. And, let’s be honest, that idea has been crumbling for some time.

Denise RenyeNovember 28, 2021nonmonogamy, monogamy, relationships

The Magic of Anger

In many of my sessions with patients lately, the topic of anger has been coming up. This feeling is often perceived as a dangerous or “bad” emotion that can harm you and others. Thus, many people are scared of anger and are told to do whatever they can to squash it, to keep it hidden. I see this particularly in women (and folx who fall closer to feminine on the gender expression continuum) because we are instead encouraged to people-please and not rock any boats with anger. We’re encouraged to be “nice,” and anger isn’t a “nice” emotion. Men (and folx who fall closer to masculine on the gender expression continuum) experience the opposite – they are socialized to feel and express anger, but not sadness. (Think of common, old school sayings like “Boys don’t cry” or “Don’t be a sissy.”)

Denise RenyeMay 3, 2021magic, anger, relationships, feelings, emotions

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