Allison Howe, LMHC

04/12/2026

Have you thought about working on your relationship? I'm accepting referrals for in-person couples therapy in Leesburg, Virginia. Visit my website: allisonhowelmhc.com

12/23/2025

I was honored to speak with Dr. Adam Dorsay recently. Adam cares deeply about human connection and it really shows. I recommend his book "Super Psyched: Unleash the Power of the Four Types of Connection."

Podcast Episode · SuperPsyched with Dr. Adam Dorsay · 12/23/2025 · 39m

10/17/2025

https://www.thepactinstitute.com/blog/all-people-are-difficult-but-you-shouldn-t-be-too-difficult

10/14/2025

Next time, instead of saying "I love you," consider naming a quality that make them fun to be around, the parts of their personality that shine, the little moments you genuinely enjoy together. It captures attention and can make you both feel good.

10/10/2025

"Lessons are unlikely to stick unless they are repeated.

Behaviors are unlikely to stick unless they are repeated.

Love is unlikely to stick unless it is repeated.

The practice solidifies."

James Clear

07/19/2025

07/08/2025

Signal and response. Learning how signals were received is a key to understanding.

06/24/2025

Signal and response. Sounds easy? It's complicated by a lot including not fully understanding what's truly happening in the moment.

06/12/2025

03/19/2025

Is there an agreement we can make today to keep us from hurting each other when we are under pressure? Without explicit agreements around how we engage, most people do what feels best in the moment. But that may not be what's best for the relationship.

03/11/2025

Ann's course fills up quickly. I highly recommend her 8 week program. Her book Befriending Your Body has impacted many lives.

Are you ready to rediscover your relationship with your body, food, and most importantly, yourself?

The Befriending Your Body program is here to guide you through a new, holistic, and trauma-informed approach to healing.

This unique 8-week virtual program offers a transformative journey for those struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns.

If you’ve been searching for a fresh perspective on recovery, one that honors the connection between body, mind, and spirit, this program is for you.

This program isn’t a support group or therapy group. It’s a psycho-educational space where you’ll learn powerful, life-changing skills that go beyond just talking about your experience. Together, we’ll explore the how of healing, not just the why.

Guided by Polyvagal Theory, Interoceptive Awareness (IA), mindfulness, and self-compassion, you’ll:

🌟 Gain an in-depth understanding of your body and nervous system
🌟 Learn how to regulate tough emotions like anxiety, fear, and shame
🌟 Discover the power of self-compassion to soothe your body and mind
🌟 Reconnect with your body's inner communication (the “new language” of Interoception)
🌟 Cultivate emotion regulation skills to support lasting recovery
🌟 Experience greater self-discovery, self-connection, and self-kindness

Don’t wait—space is limited to just 15 participants to ensure a deeply connected and supportive experience.

Click the link in bio to register and learn more!

02/24/2025

My esteemed PACT colleagues Dr. Karen Berry and Caroline Russell Smith, LCSW are leading a Ripening Retreat for Couples in Warwick, NY on March 22, 2025 from 9:30 am - 6:00 pm. Karen and Caroline are passionate about bringing the work they do in their offices to a wider audience. I'm excited to see them doing what they truly do best! For more information: https://www.drkarenberry.com/ripening-retreat-for-couples-the-gateway-to-extraordinary-sex/