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Gottman 19 Areas Checklist for Couples Counseling and Marital Therapy

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Gottman 19 Areas Checklist for Couples Counseling and Marital Therapy   Please download the file below and complete if you are involved in couples therapy or marital counseling with Dr. D’Arienzo.   Gottman 19 Areas Checklist Jacksonville Florida   Dr. D’Arienzo utilizes the Gottman Method and the Solution Focused Brief Marital Therapy Approach to assist […]

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Jacksonville Psychologist Speaks about Attachment Parenting

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Jacksonville Psychologist Speaks about Attachment Parenting   This morning (May 14, 2012) I was on Fox 30 Action News to discuss Attachment Parenting following the provocative Time Magazine Cover showing an almost four year old breast feeding. See the link to view the video. http://www.fox30jax.com/content/topstories/story/The-psychology-of-attachment-parenting/QUH8OOA7-UeWkdItcgquQg.cspx Jacksonville Psychologist and Ponte Vedra Beach Psychologist; Serving North East […]

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Research Shows Marriage Provides Health and Wellness Benefits Similarly in Same Sex and Opposite Sex Couples

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Research Shows Marriage Provides Health and Wellness Benefits Similarly in Same Sex and Opposite Sex Couples February 7, 2012 American Psychological Association Applauds Prop 8 Ruling Research shows that marriage provides numerous health and wellness benefits WASHINGTON—The American Psychological Association praised today’s U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling upholding a U.S. District Court’s 2010 […]

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Gottman Couples Therapy Guide

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Gottman Couples Therapy Guide   Couples Therapy Handout 1 (Dr. John Gottman, 2011) What is “Dysfunctional” in Relationships? More negativity than positivity Escalation of negative affect The 4 Horseman Emotional disengagement and withdrawal Failure of repair attempts Negative sentiment override Physiological Arousal Failure of men to accept influence What is “Functional” When a Relationship Goes […]

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Even men benefit from marriage counseling

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Even men benefit from marriage counseling Why is it that men are more reluctant to partake in marriage counseling, oftentimes turning to a professional as a last resort?  It is clear that marriages have their ups and downs and we all know that the key to a successful relationship is communication – a key benefit […]

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Tips for a Happy Marriage

Posted by: Dr. Justin D'Arienzo, Psy.D., ABPP

Tips for a Happy Marriage by Dr. Justin D’Arienzo, Psychologist and Marriage Counselor Jacksonville FL A couple who celebrates their 50th anniversary will inevitably be asked the age-old question, “What’s your secret?” But, in truth, there is really no secret to a happy marriage, but rather knowing how to retain the love and friendship that […]

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