If you love people and want to be there for them, you’ve probably found yourself wondering: “How do I care well without getting overwhelmed—or trying to fix everything?” In a previous post, we explored empathy … Read More
Empathy vs. Compassion: Caring Deeply Without Burning Out
If you care about people, you probably already use words like “empathy” and “compassion” all the time. You may even assume they mean roughly the same thing. Yet, when it comes to your emotional health … Read More
Strengthening Marriages: Communication Skills from a Christian Perspective
by Aaron Potratz, LPC Healthy communication is the heartbeat of every strong marriage. When couples communicate well, they foster trust, deepen intimacy, and navigate life’s challenges together. At Life Discovery Counseling Services, serving Clackamas, Beaverton, … Read More
The Power of Story
by Shane Fookes, MA LPC Intern Stories Give Us Meaning and Message Think about your favorite movie or book. What is it you like about it? Maybe you like the adventure of something newly discovered … Read More
Secure Attachment: Parenting Strategies
Secure Attachment & Strategies for Fostering Healthy Attachment with Children by Megan Coggins Signs of secure attachment are able to emotionally connect in relationships and deal with adversity and difficult times without retreating or becoming … Read More
Disorganized Attachment Style
Disorganized Attachment Style by Megan Coggins Did you have a parent who became enraged when you sang “too loudly”, or were you hit after requesting a hug? Children who develop what Bowlby called a … Read More
Avoidant Attachment Style
Avoidant Attachment Style by Megan Coggins You were given every opportunity to succeed; you had a roof over your head, food on the table, and two parents at home who loved you. Your family … Read More
Anxious Attachment Style
Anxious Attachment Style by Megan Coggins Attachment to our parents comes about from a variety of situations and scenarios. There is no such thing as a perfect parent, but the behavior and attitude that … Read More
Attachment: Overview and Developmental Process
What Is Attachment and How Does It Impact Parenting and Relationships? by Megan Coggins How does attachment develop? Attachment is a powerful bond that began before you were born. The bond only continues as … Read More