by Sabrina Walters | Sep 28, 2026 | Communication, Conflict, Connection, Couples, couples counseling, couples therapy, Couples Therapy Portland, EMDR, Emotional Regulation, Gottman Method, Gratitute, Marriage, Neurofeedback, relationship counseling, Relationships
Every one of Gottman’s Four Horsemen has a specific antidote — a replacement pattern that, when practiced consistently, can shift the entire emotional climate of a relationship. The antidotes aren’t complicated. But they do require intention, especially...
by Sabrina Walters | Nov 25, 2025 | Connection, Core Values, Core Values Index (CVI), Family, Gratitute, Holidays, Mental Health
As we round the corner into Thanksgiving, it’s tempting to lean into the familiar tropes: gratitude lists, “five things I’m thankful for,” or the ever-present reminder to count our blessings. But at Core Values Counseling, we want to lean into a subtler, more grounded...
