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Co & Associates Co & Associates offers psychotherapy to individuals, couples & families both virtually & in-person.

Ever heard a partner say, “I just don’t feel safe with you” — and felt confused or defensive?Let’s be clear:“Safe” doesn...
08/04/2025

Ever heard a partner say, “I just don’t feel safe with you” — and felt confused or defensive?

Let’s be clear:
“Safe” doesn’t always mean physical safety.
In relationships, it often means emotional safety — the kind where we feel accepted, respected, and emotionally held.

When someone says they don’t feel safe, they might mean:
✨ I’m scared of being judged when I open up
✨ I don’t trust that my needs will be met
✨ I’m walking on eggshells, unsure how you’ll react
✨ I fear disconnection if I show my full self

🧠 Emotional safety is the foundation of intimacy, growth, and real connection. Without it, we perform, protect, or pull away.

If you’ve heard this from your partner — or felt it yourself — let that be an invitation for tenderness, not tension.
Ask: “What does safety look like for you — and how can we create it together?”

🖤 You deserve to feel emotionally safe. And so does your partner.

🔁 Save & share if this resonates.
👇 Let us know what emotional safety means to you.

We’re the most connected generation in history—and yet, we’ve never felt more alone.Behind the DMs and highlight reels, ...
08/03/2025

We’re the most connected generation in history—and yet, we’ve never felt more alone.

Behind the DMs and highlight reels, so many of us are quietly craving real connection, healthy communication, and emotional safety.

It’s time to pause the scroll and reconnect—with ourselves and each other.

🧠 Therapy is one place where that reconnection begins.

💬 Let’s talk.

We’ve all been hurt. And truthfully—we’ve all hurt someone too.But what happens next can either deepen the rupture… or b...
08/02/2025

We’ve all been hurt. And truthfully—we’ve all hurt someone too.

But what happens next can either deepen the rupture… or begin the repair.
A real apology has the power to soften hearts, rebuild trust, and stitch torn connections back together.

It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence.
It’s about having the courage to say:
🗣 “I see what I did. I know it hurt. And I want to make it right.”

Let’s normalize apologies that are brave, clean, and honest.
Because healing doesn’t always start with time.
Sometimes, it starts with “I’m sorry.”

💬 Have you ever experienced a heartfelt apology that changed everything? Tell me below.

🌹 Why do we run from the very thing we crave?Sometimes, love shows up soft, steady, and real — and instead of leaning in...
08/01/2025

🌹 Why do we run from the very thing we crave?

Sometimes, love shows up soft, steady, and real — and instead of leaning in, we flinch. We sabotage. We retreat.

Not because we don’t want love.
But because parts of us learned that love meant danger. Disappointment. Abandonment. Control.

💔 So we push away what feels good…
Not out of rejection, but out of protection.

But what if we could unlearn that fear?
What if love didn’t have to hurt?
What if safety, tenderness, and depth were things we could receive, not just dream of?

✨ This isn’t about blaming. It’s about bringing compassion to the patterns that once kept us safe — and gently choosing something different.

You are not broken. You are becoming.
And you deserve a love that doesn’t make you disappear.

➡️ Swipe through to explore why we fear love, how we sabotage it, and how we begin to heal.


Ever had a relationship rupture and thought, “Can this be fixed?”The truth is: rupture is normal. What matters most is w...
08/01/2025

Ever had a relationship rupture and thought, “Can this be fixed?”

The truth is: rupture is normal. What matters most is what comes next.

Whether it’s with a partner, friend, colleague, or family member — repair is possible when we lead with courage, care, and curiosity. 💛

In this post, we’re walking you through 7 gentle, practical steps to help you move from disconnection to reconnection.

🛠️✨ Because healing isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being present.

🧠 Save this for the next time things feel tender.
💌 Share with someone who needs this.
👇 And tell us: What helps you feel safe after conflict?

🔁 Therapy is where repair can begin — inside and out.
Our therapists are here when you’re ready.

📍 Serving clients across Ontario
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If you’ve ever caught yourself keeping score in your relationship… you’re not alone.But love isn’t a ledger.It’s not abo...
07/31/2025

If you’ve ever caught yourself keeping score in your relationship… you’re not alone.

But love isn’t a ledger.

It’s not about who’s doing more—it’s about staying connected when things feel uneven.

💬 Swipe through to learn where this habit comes from and how to let it go.
Then tag someone you’re building real connection with. ❤️

🌪️ Ever been called “too much”?Or had your very human feelings labeled as “drama”?Let’s get something straight:✨ Emotion...
07/30/2025

🌪️ Ever been called “too much”?
Or had your very human feelings labeled as “drama”?

Let’s get something straight:
✨ Emotions aren’t chaotic.
✨ They’re communication.
✨ They’re not the problem — emotional avoidance is.

When someone can’t handle your feelings, it often has more to do with their emotional blocks than your expression.
People who were never taught to name, feel, or process their own emotions will call yours “too intense” — simply because they never learned how to hold space for their own.

This post breaks down:
💥 Why people flee or shut down when feelings arise
💥 What emotional avoidance actually protects
💥 Why this isn’t your fault — and how to stay rooted
💥 What healing and nervous system safety really look like

Save this if you’re learning to reclaim your emotional truth.
Send it to someone who’s been gaslit for feeling.
And never again shrink yourself for someone else’s comfort. 💅

💡 We’ve been taught that love is a feeling—something magical you fall into.But real love? It’s not passive.It’s not just...
07/28/2025

💡 We’ve been taught that love is a feeling—something magical you fall into.

But real love? It’s not passive.
It’s not just a vibe.
It’s a practice.

✨ Love is a series of daily choices.
To show up.
To listen.
To repair.
To keep choosing each other—even when it’s not easy.

Swipe through to explore why love is behaviour, and how to keep showing up with intention. 💬

✨ Emotional resilience isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you can build.If you’ve ever felt emotionally o...
07/26/2025

✨ Emotional resilience isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you can build.

If you’ve ever felt emotionally overwhelmed, reactive, or like the smallest stressor tips you over the edge — you’re not broken. You’re human. And you can grow the capacity to meet life’s challenges with more stability, self-awareness, and strength.

In this new slide deck, we’re unpacking:
💡 What emotional resilience really is
🧠 Why it matters in relationships & daily life
🚧 The roots of emotional discomfort
🔍 How to spot signs of emotional fragility
🌱 And most importantly — how to grow your resilience, one skill at a time.

This isn’t about avoiding emotions — it’s about learning how to hold them with care and courage.

📲 Swipe through the slides to learn more — and share with someone who’s doing the work to feel more grounded and empowered in their life.

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