Thinking about couples therapy, but not sure how to bring it up with your partner? In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through how to approach the conversation with kindness, clarity, and confidence. You’ll learn how to assess your relationship dynamics, set expectations, and present therapy not as a last resort — but as a positive growth opportunity. If you both commit to honest communication and emotional safety, this guide can help open the path toward healing together.

Rebuilding a marriage after infidelity is challenging, but many couples succeed with patience and the right approach. In this article, therapist Kayla Crane outlines 10 common reconciliation mistakes to avoid after an affair. Learn how to heal together by not rushing the process, communicating openly, setting healthy boundaries, and seeking support. A compassionate, step-by-step guide to help your relationship recover and grow stronger after betrayal.

“Feeling like you’re always ‘too sensitive’ or ‘misremembering things’ doesn’t mean you’re imagining it—gaslighting is real, and it’s damaging. In this post, Kayla Crane, LMFT, helps you see the signs, understand the impact, and reclaim your truth. Whether you’ve experienced gaslighting or want to support someone who has, this guide gives you the language and tools you need.”

Betrayal cuts deep — whether you’re the partner who cheated or the one who was betrayed, navigating infidelity is painful and confusing. In Counseling for Cheating, I guide couples through step-by-step healing: making space for truth, rebuilding trust, and learning to communicate with safety and compassion. Whether you stay together or not, genuine renewal is possible.

Journaling is more than keeping a diary – it’s a proven way to reduce stress, improve mood, and understand yourself better. In this ultimate guide to journaling techniques, you’ll learn how to start journaling step by step, explore different styles (like free writing, bullet journaling, and art journaling), and get tips to stick with it. Whether you’re journaling for mental health or personal growth, these journaling ideas will help you make journaling a rewarding habit.

Rebuilding after betrayal is possible. With SART, steady pacing, and real tools you can use at home, South Denver Therapy helps Denver couples restore safety, trust, and connection. Evening and weekend appointments available.

Seasonal depression (SAD) is more than just the “winter blues.” Learn what causes it, how it affects your mood and energy, and proven strategies—from light therapy to professional support—that can help you feel better and regain balance.

Postpartum depression can feel overwhelming and isolating—but help and hope exist. In this in-depth guide, Kayla Crane, LMFT, walks you through recognizing symptoms, understanding risk factors, and discovering ways to support yourself and your partner through healing. You’re not alone on this journey.

Depression doesn’t just affect one person—it impacts the whole relationship. This practical guide offers couples supportive tools to communicate better, rebuild connection, and navigate the challenges of depression together with compassion and clarity.

Infidelity cuts deep—whether trust was broken by you, by your partner, or both. In What Is Infidelity Counseling, therapist Kayla Crane, LMFT, walks you through what counseling after betrayal really looks like: how to rebuild trust, cope with shame, and decide what “moving forward” means for your healing. If you’re feeling lost, betrayed, or stuck, this guide offers clarity, compassion, and hope.

Emotional intimacy isn’t just about closeness—it’s about being truly seen. In this post, Kayla Crane, LMFT, breaks down what emotional intimacy is, why it matters in healthy relationships, and how you can deepen it through communication, trust, and vulnerability. A must-read for couples looking to grow closer.

Depression is more than feeling “down.” This guide explains the most common signs—emotional (sadness, hopelessness, guilt), physical (sleep or appetite changes, fatigue), cognitive (concentration problems), and behavioral/social (withdrawal, loss of interest)—so you can recognize what’s happening sooner. You’ll also learn when to seek support and practical first steps toward feeling better.

Anxiety and stress are often confused, but they aren’t the same. This guide breaks down how they differ in origin, duration, and symptoms—and offers practical tools (from mindfulness and CBT tips to lifestyle routines) so you can spot triggers, respond effectively, and rebuild calm and resilience.

Panic attacks and anxiety attacks are often confused, but they’re not the same. This article breaks down the key differences in onset, symptoms, and triggers while offering guidance on how to recognize and manage each.

Conflict doesn’t have to be a dead end. This step-by-step guide shows how couples can move beyond circular arguments by uncovering the core emotional issues, opening safe and empathetic dialogue, and collaborating on solutions that build deeper connection and understanding.

Panic attacks can feel overwhelming, not just for the person experiencing them but also for their partner. This article explores what panic attacks are, common triggers and effects, and how couples can work together to manage anxiety with compassion, communication, and support.

Emotional cheating can be just as damaging as a physical affair, but it often goes unnoticed. This post explores what emotional cheating looks like, common examples, and how couples can begin the healing process together.

Feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety? You’re not alone—and the good news is there are practical, science-backed strategies that can help. From simple breathing exercises to creating supportive daily routines, these 10 proven techniques will give you tools to calm your mind, ease tension, and bring more balance into your everyday life.