Aug 26, 2020 | Cedar Tree Blog, Marriage, Matthew Hanlon
I recently published a Vlog about how marriage therapy works, and since then I’ve had a lot of questions about one particular aspect of that talk. There seems to be interest in learning a bit more about the conflict cycle or dance. So today I’m going to spend just a...
Jun 1, 2020 | Cedar Tree Blog, Marriage, Matthew Hanlon
A lot of couples are finding it difficult to cultivate good connections with each other during this Covid-19 crisis. After all, we’re together almost constantly, but not finding many opportunities for quality interactions. Many people are feeling the emotional toll...
May 25, 2020 | Cedar Tree Blog, Marriage, Matthew Hanlon
Couples Therapy can be really tough work, and often, the longer you’ve been married and not addressed the root issues, the tougher the work can become. I want to encourage you today that though the work can be difficult, it is not impossible. I want to share a few...
Apr 24, 2020 | Cedar Tree Blog, COVID-19 Support, Matthew Hanlon
Many of us are succumbing to the isolation and withdrawing into our own worlds, which can lead to feelings of dread about doing this shelter in place for another week. I’d like to encourage you to pay careful attention to your mindset as you make your way through...
Apr 24, 2020 | Cedar Tree Blog, COVID-19 Support, Matthew Hanlon
As we all seek to pass these difficult days, learning some skills of relaxation could really benefit all of us. I want to briefly share an exercise that can help you pass these days of isolation with greater mental health. This is how it works: Sit comfortably, with...
Apr 24, 2020 | Cedar Tree Blog, COVID-19 Support, Matthew Hanlon
One of the more debilitating impacts of anxiety can be the experience of panic. Maybe you’ve never experienced a panic attack, but if you have, you know that they can feel pretty terrifying and completely out of control. The current health crisis around the world is...
