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Musings from the Couch

I'm a therapist in Denver, CO with 15 years experience helping people get unstuck and find ways to live and love better. Here's where I share what I've learned in all my years working with people on the couch!

May 13, 2022

Self love: It's Not What You Think It Is

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What is self love? It may not be what you think it is. It's bigger than self confidence, self esteem and acceptance.

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Apr 20, 2022

Beating the Inner Critic

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Power tools for beating the inner critic

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Jan 25, 2021

Denver Therapy - Find fulfillment in life, work and relationships

Learn how to live and love better with experienced, compassionate Denver therapy.

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Jul 09, 2018

The One Surprising Behavior that Will Destroy Your Relationship

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The thing that destroys relationships over time may not be what you think. Learn one surprising behavior that will destroy your relationship over time and how to turn it around now!

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Jun 06, 2018

Summertime Blues

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What to do with summertime blues: for many summer isn't a time of joy but often comes with loneliness, additional stress, anxiety and depression.

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May 30, 2018

Ease Anxiety with the 5 Powerful Strategies

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Looking for ways to ease anxiety? Here are 5 powerful strategies that really work!

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Apr 16, 2018

5 Reasons to do Premarital Counseling

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Newly engaged and wondering about premarital counseling? Here are 5 reasons why you should!

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Apr 16, 2018

The Power of Responsibility

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See the power of responsibility in this couple's story. We can either accept, change or resent our circumstances. What will you do with your own circumstances?

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Feb 28, 2018

The Power of Friendships: Building Your Community of Support

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Want to be happier? Tap into the power of friendships. We not only live longer but experience more support and fulfillment because of them.

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Feb 19, 2018

How to Offer Better Emotional Support

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Want to know how you can offer better emotional support to the loved ones in your life? Here are key phrases and questions that often make people feel really supported.

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Feb 19, 2018

Better Way to Schedule Sex

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Are you thinking that scheduling sex is boring? It doesn't have to be! There are better ways to make sure sex happens when you're busy and tired.

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Feb 19, 2018

8 Rules for Fighting Fairly

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Here are the essential 8 rules for fighting fairly. When you commit to following these rules, you will be more effective at navigating arguments and you won't tear each other down in the process.

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Feb 19, 2018

Here are 5 Best Ways to Connect with Your Spouse

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Looking for the best ways to connect with your spouse? Here are 5 great ways to get more bang for your buck especially when time is short.

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Feb 08, 2018

10 Ways to Say I Love You

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Valentine's Day is a day for more than just lovers. It's a great time to show love to the precious ones in your life. Here are 10 ways to say "I love you."

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Feb 06, 2018

How to Get Your Partner to Listen

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Wondering how to get your partner to listen? Follow these top strategies to have more effective conversations and really get your partner to hear you.

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Feb 05, 2018

Emotional Spring Cleaning

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Is it time for some emotional spring cleaning? Here's how you know and what to do to clear out and move forward!

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Feb 05, 2018

Coping With Loss

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Are you coping with loss? Here's how to make the journey just a little easier.

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Feb 05, 2018

20 Ways to Become Closer To Your Spouse You May Not Know

Are you looking to become closer to your spouse? Here are 20 ways you may not know about that will supercharge your intimacy and draw you even closer together.

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Feb 01, 2018

Ignore Your Relationship Focus On Yourself

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Sometimes it's important to ignore your relationship and focus on yourself in order to make things better overall. Here's how to do just that!

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Feb 01, 2018

Save Your Marriage By Yourself

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Wondering if you can save your marriage by yourself? Yes and here's how!

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Jan 31, 2018

10 Questions that Create More Closeness

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Want to feel even closer in your relationship? Here are 10 questions that will help you create more closeness.

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Jan 31, 2018

5 Habits that Will Make Your Relationship Rock

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Want to know the secret to a great relationship? Follow these 5 awesome relationship habits!

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Jan 31, 2018

How to Appreciate Your Spouse

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Feel like your relationship needs more appreciation? Here's how to appreciate your spouse!

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Jan 19, 2018

Plodding Into the New Year

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Struggling with getting into the groove of the new year? Keep going and wait for inspiration.

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Jan 18, 2018

10 Questions You Should Discuss Before Getting Married

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Getting married? Here are my top 10 Questions engaged couples should discuss!

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Dec 05, 2017

Read client testimonials about Karen Holland, LMFT

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See what clients have to say about Karen Holland

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Dec 05, 2017

Contact Me

Contact me: get phone number, email, scheduling, hours and directions

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Dec 05, 2017

Professional, Expert Couples Counseling to Heal and Transform Your Relationship

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Get couples counseling from an expert in helping couples navigate tough issues and find their way to more happiness and health!

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Dec 05, 2017

Individual Therapy Specializing in Trauma, Anxiety, Depression & Relationships

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Expert, caring individual therapy to help you heal old wounds and thrive again!

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Dec 05, 2017

More about Karen Holland, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

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Learn more about Karen Holland and her 15 years of expert, caring therapy with individuals and couples in Denver Colorado

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Dec 05, 2017

PreMarital Counseling: Get ready for marriage!

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You've found the one. Now get premarital counseling to help you create a happy healthy marriage that lasts!

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Dec 05, 2017

Brainspotting to help you live better

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Brainspotting is a cutting edge brain-body based therapy that uses the visual field to help the brain unlock and heal painful experiences.

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Dec 05, 2017

Get free advice to live and love better!

Get expert advice to make your relationship strong and find inner happiness and peace.

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