Marriage & Family Counseling Center

Meet our team's newest member and Admin Intern, Kale! Kale will be a part of the MFCC Admin Team for the summer of 2021. He will be coordinating client care, scheduling, and other admin tasks as needed. Kale is a junior attending Colorado Christian University in Denver, Colorado. He is currently pursuing his bachelor’s degree in Psychology, as well as being dual enrolled in the graduate program for a Clinical Counseling master’s degree. He hopes to one day be a counselor and specialize in teens to young adults from the ages of 13-22. We are excited to have him here and to have him be a part of the MFCC team!

We have expanded! Same location, just more room! We realized we needed more space when every office was being used more often than not. A quick peek at our new lobby (now the first door on the right)!

How is your self-care? How are you unplugging today?

There's only a couple open spots for our new 8-week virtual spiritual abuse & religious trauma recovery support group! If you haven't registered yet, don't wait! Registration closes Monday, May 3, 2021 at noon. This group is for anyone who has experienced spiritual abuse, religious trauma or adverse relgious experiences. For more information & to register for the group:... https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/.../spiritual-abuse.../ For more information about spiritual abuse or religious trauma: https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/.../spiritual-abuse.../ See more

How is your self-care doing? What would it look like to be a friend to yourself today?

Changing the way we look at conflict in our relationship can have a big impact on not only how we navigate the conflict, but how we view our partner as well. Choose to see the problem as the issue, rather than villifying your partner and you're likely to see defensiveness decrease, and responsiveness to you increase. Want more practical ways to improve your relationship? Connect with a counselor today. https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/contact/

Every relationship can use a boost every now and then, even the best of relationships! Follow this easy-to-implement plan from @gottmaninstitute to deepen your connection and strengthen your love with your partner this week!

How is your self-care? What are you doing to nourish yourself today?

Our owner/therapist, Debi gives a glimpse into our passion and mission here at MFCC. We want our clients to experience counseling as a real and safe relationship with each of our therapists. We are passionate about helping you receive the immediate care you need AND the long-term skills and education to help you keep moving forward and reach your whole-health goals.

We want to remind you that if you're feeling anxious or overwhelmed, you are not alone! We are living in unprecedented times. Do the best you can and take a moment to take care of yourself today. Here is a handful of ways you can self-soothe when life feels difficult. We are here for you!

Monday morning reminder! Where in your life this week do you just need to keep moving forward? You may never feel 100% ready to go after your next goal or try to work through current difficulties but start anyway! We are here to help you move forward in your mental health journey and take things one step at a time.

Therapy is distinctly different than confiding in a good friend or simply sharing your problems with someone. Our therapists not only listen, but also aim to educate, and equip as well.

Monday morning reminder! We understand that reaching out for help can feel intimidating or scary, but it can often be the first step towards finding healing and reaching your mental (and whole health) goals! We would love to hear how you may be needing some extra help and how we can walk alongside you! Please reach out by visiting us on the website or you can email us at [email protected]

NEW on the BLOG today: Our founder, Debi Hake give us 3 ways we can maintain healthy relationships during this pandemic. Check it out and make sure to drop any comments or questions below! https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/three-ways-to-maintain/

If you’ve been looking for ways to maintain your relationship with your partner during this pandemic, Debi Hake provides 3 steps you can take right now to improve your connection.

Conversations that lead to conflict can be really difficult for many of us. The Speaker-Listener Technique is a useful tool for learning how to step into conflict without fear and unhealthy communication habits. Implementing these rules can help us begin to thrive in our conversations, even the hard ones! Drop a line in the comments if you've tried this technique before and how it has worked for you. We love to hear from you! Adapted from James-Kangal and Whitton’s Speaker-Listener Technique

NEW on the blog this week: The Speaker - Listener Technique "If you’re noticing conversations with your partner leave you feeling disconnected, misunderstood or more frustrated, we encourage you to give the Speaker Listener Technique a try." Head over to the blog to read more about how this technique can help you navigate conversations and conflict in your relationships! ... https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/speaker-listener-a-sim/

Join us in welcoming Veronica Manahan to the MFCC team! Veronica brings a wealth of experience and education with her and is passionate about helping others. Her counseling approach is strength-based, in that she believes people have within them innate behaviors and skills they can draw upon to overcome challenges and move toward their goals. Veronica works with clients through a variety of issues including depression, anxiety and women’s issues. She has immediate availability for both couples and individuals. If you're interested in meeting with Veronica, please call the office or shoot us an email at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!

The Women’s Network theme for the October Professional Development Event is FEAR. What is it, how do we face it, and how do we overcome it to reach our goals? Our very own Debi Hake will be bringing her knowledge and expertise to the panel. You don’t want to miss it! Tickets are $10 for WN members, $15 for guests.

Are you struggling to communicate or be understood in your relationships? Michael Ordway chats about the Speaker-Listener Technique and how it can help us communicate and listen effectively in all our relationships.

Join us in wishing our Breezy Grotzinger a happy birthday today!! We are so thankful she is a part of the team here at MFCC. Happy Birthday, Breezy!!

NEW BLOG TODAY! Breezy Grotzinger gives us a look into collaborative counseling and how it leads to therapy sessions that are tailored to each of her clients. Take a look and if you would like to get connected with Breezy, shoot us a message. https://marriageandfamilycenter.com/partnering-together-fo/

Our September newsletter is out! Check out what's currently going on at MFCC and snag a few books for your fall reading list! https://mailchi.mp/2d49cc393b97/mfcc-september-update

Get to know your therapist Monday! Meet Breezy! Breezy is one of our counselors with a passion for helping people. Take a listen as she gives a bit of insight into why she loves counseling so much and how she uses different strategies to tailor each and every session for her clients!

"No matter what they look like, healthy families are supposed to be a source of warmth, love, and a place from where you can draw value, direction, and where we learn the meaning of belonging." Take a listen as Shelby Myers gives us a peek into both the joys and challenges of being a family and how counseling can help your family thrive.