Kimberley Welk and Associates LLC Family Therapy Center

09/15/2025

Let’s all be kind to one another.

09/15/2025

3. Mistaking control for security.

09/14/2025

09/10/2025

09/05/2025

09/05/2025

09/05/2025

Narcissists do something called, "future faking." They tell you things like they are going to marry you, go on a vacation, retire together in Florida and any number of things that will lead you to believe you have a future together, while never actually intending to follow through. "Love bombing" is how they hook you and "future faking" is how they reel you in. This manipulative tactic is designed to create a sense of security, intimacy, and shared dreams, making you more invested in the relationship.

By painting a vivid picture of a future together, narcissists can keep you emotionally engaged, even if their actions don't match their words. They might make grand promises, only to conveniently "forget" or change their plans when the time comes. This can leave you feeling disappointed, confused, and questioning your own perceptions.

Future faking is a form of emotional manipulation that exploits your desires, hopes, and dreams. It's essential to be aware of this tactic and not get caught up in the fantasy. Instead, focus on the present moment and the actions your partner is taking. Do their words align with their behavior? Are they making an effort to build a future together, or is it just empty promises?

By being mindful of future faking, you can protect yourself from getting entangled in a web of false hopes and dreams. Remember, actions speak louder than words, and it's crucial to prioritize tangible evidence of commitment and love over grand promises.

09/03/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Month. This year’s theme is "Start the Conversation. Be the Difference."

One conversation can truly save a life. Let’s spread hope and remind each other that help is always available. Learn more at nami.org/suicideprevention

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08/31/2025

Emotional self-abandonment is the root of insecure attachment. It’s a consequence of being emotionally abandoned by others, usually during childhood by well-intentioned parents who learned to abandon their own emotions and just didn’t know how to adequately show up for yours. Love goes a long way, but it isn’t enough to instill emotional health in the same way love isn’t enough to create physical health.
All the relationship advice in the world won’t be enough to make your relationship thrive until you are able to show up for yourself emotionally. This is because the unhealed, abandoned parts of self will keep getting in your way. Don’t get me wrong, we all NEED others in life who can also show up for us, and having others show up for us can teach us to show up for self and support us in a way that makes healing much easier. But still, learning to show up for self must be a priority in order to make connection possible . ❤️

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08/31/2025

Never take personally

08/30/2025

This…….what a great short movie about love and how to do It.

We're excited to share an incredible documentary, "Living Love That Lasts," available on YouTube! This powerful film was created by a dedicated group of individuals within the EFT Center of Los Angeles, after more than 15 years in the making.

"Living Love That Lasts" offers a rare glimpse into the lives of over 30 couples who have been partnered for more than 25 years. Hear their honest stories of imperfect lives, deep acceptance, and the "exquisite discoveries" they've made by "gutting it out, staying engaged, working it out, and digging deeper."

The narration is by our incredible trainers Jim Furrow and Veronica Kallos-Lilly, whose sympathetic wisdom weaves through stories of rhythms and repair, trust and regret, and the unshakable reality of time-tested love.

A huge thank you to the many dedicated therapists in the LA community who were instrumental in bringing this to life: Sondra Goldstein, Robert Ogner, Nancy Gardner, June Shigeno, Veronica Thomas, Karen Martin-Feidler, Karen Shore, Elizabeth Shon, and Madelyn Swed.

Watch "Living Love That Lasts" on YouTube today! https://bit.ly/46v7JPz