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Carpenter Couple & Family Counseling, PLLC
Erica Carpenter, Ph.D., LMFT-S

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What Your Reactions in Relationships Might Be Trying to Tell You
We all have moments in relationships when our reactions surprise us—or our partner, friend, or family member. Maybe it’s snapping at a...


The Shifting Seasons of Love: Navigating Partnership in Your 30s & 40s
In your 30s and 40s, life can feel like a high-speed juggling act. Between building a career, raising kids (or deciding not to), managing...


Weekly Check-In Rituals to Strengthen Your Bond
Even the strongest relationships need intentional space to stay connected. Weekly check-ins offer couples a chance to slow down, reflect,...


Mindful Communication in Couples: How to Truly Hear (and Be Heard)
In every relationship, communication is key—but not just any  communication. It's easy to talk, but much harder to truly listen. We often...


What is Emotional Intimacy and How Do You Help it Grow?
One of the things that sets the relationship you have with a partner or spouse apart from other relationships in your life is the...


What Type of Support Do You Need From Your Partner?
Have you ever found yourself sharing with your partner after a long day of work and looking for a listening ear, but instead your partner...


Surviving the Holidays as a Couple
The holiday season can be a joyful and exciting time of year, but it can also be stressful for many, including for couples. Below are...


What is Self-Care and What Does it Look Like?
The term "self-care" is used often, and there are many definitions and ideas about what it is. At its core, self-care is the act of...


New Year's Intentions for Your Relationships
The start of the new year is a great time to think about areas you would like to focus on over the next 12 months, both individually and...


Rebuilding Your Relationship in Our New Normal
The pandemic has taken its toll on many of us in a variety of ways. As some sort of semblance of normalcy begins to appear as we start to...
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