The Center for Relationship Health

The Center for Relationship Health The Center for Relationship Health provides clients the resources and tools they need to successfully Live happier. (re)Discover Intimacy & Passionate S*x.

The Center for Relationship Health (CRSH) is dedicated to improving the lives of its clients through counseling and therapies specifically tailored to the individual and couple’s needs. Experienced, professional and caring therapists at CRSH are dedicated to teaching and empowering people to understand, improve, and take responsibility for their own relationships, communications, intimacy and s*xu

al satisfaction. Areas of expertise include individual and couple counseling; intimacy, communication & s*xual relationship issues; loss of s*xual desire, painful in*******se; s*xual & arousal difficulties; out-of-control s*xual behaviors; le***an, gay, bis*xual and transgender issues; difficulties following childhood abuse; anxiety and depression; and more. For additional information, call us 248.399.7447 or visit www.crsh.com.

“I remember my dad telling me when I was 12 or 13 that I was too old to play with toys,” reports internationally known B...
12/18/2024

“I remember my dad telling me when I was 12 or 13 that I was too old to play with toys,” reports internationally known Barbie collector Jim Taylor. He opened Season 4 of Smart S*x, Smart Love by talking about why he began collecting Barbies, and now is the proud owner of more than 3,000 dolls.

“I played with traditional boy toys growing up,” he points out. “I loved transformers.” As he got older, his desire to play with toys never diminished. Finally, when Taylor was well into his 20s, he decided, “I can do what I want, and I’m going to buy toys if I feel like it.”

He has no “scientific” process for doll collecting. “Some people collect celebrity dolls; others collect ball gown dolls or Kens. Buy what you love, and you will love your collection,” he announces. “It’s what makes me happy.”

He urges others: “follow your bliss. I no longer say to myself, ‘you’re a grown man, you can’t buy that.’ Buy yourself a doll if it makes you happy!”

Learn more about doll collecting and Jim Taylor’s story in this Smart S*x, Smart Love podcast which is linked below and in our bio!

https://joekort.com/jim-taylor-boys-and-barbies-do-mix/

We are hiring at the “Center for Relationship Health” in Royal Oak, Michigan. Are you a therapist? Click on the link or ...
12/17/2024

We are hiring at the “Center for Relationship Health” in Royal Oak, Michigan. Are you a therapist? Click on the link or scan the QR code and join our team.

https://crsh.com/careers/

The Center for Relationship Health is now hiring therapists!Psychotherapist, Joe Kort, PhD, LMSW, is the Clinical Direct...
12/17/2024

The Center for Relationship Health is now hiring therapists!

Psychotherapist, Joe Kort, PhD, LMSW, is the Clinical Director/Founder of The Center for Relationship Health in Royal Oak, Michigan, established in 2009. He is a board-certified clinical s*xologist, author, lecturer, and facilitator of therapeutic workshops. Throughout 37 years of private practice, he has successfully utilized varying therapy modules to help hundreds of individuals/couples improve their lives and strengthen relationships.

Focus: Individual and Couples Counseling, Group Therapy, S*xual Health and Wellness

Culture: Patient-Centric, Family Atmosphere, Loyalty, Trust, Support/Ability to Collaborate with Other Therapists, Innovation, Autonomy, Passionate, Continuous Learning, Cultural Competency, S*xual Health Positivity, Evidence-based Interventions

Qualified applicants may submit a CV to [email protected] or apply on our website linked below!

https://crsh.com/careers/

Look for Dr. Joe Kort's newest book, “Side Guys: Non-Penetrative S*x Comes Out of the Closet.” Dr. Joe Kort shares his p...
12/16/2024

Look for Dr. Joe Kort's newest book, “Side Guys: Non-Penetrative S*x Comes Out of the Closet.” Dr. Joe Kort shares his personal story and the story of countless men who are grateful for being able to stand tall with their new identity as a side, a term Dr. Joe Kort coined more than 10 years ago, and finally was recognized and announced by the dating app Grindr.

To get yourself a copy, visit the link in our bio!

https://www.amazon.com/Side-Guys-Intercourse-Non-Penetrative-Closet/dp/B0DJWJB9VC/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

If you are having difficulties with your primary relationship, you’re probably thinking about where you can look for hel...
12/13/2024

If you are having difficulties with your primary relationship, you’re probably thinking about where you can look for help. A lot of help is available, but it can be difficult to work out which types of marriage counseling will help you the most and how to access the marriage counselors or marriage therapists who have the most experience with problems like yours.

We have compiled a few of the best types or marriage counseling that The Center for Relationship Health offers for some common situations on our website, and you can find these by clicking on the “Couples Counseling” tab on our link tree which is linked in our bio.

https://crsh.com/couplescounseling/

Mindfulness allows you to be intensely aware of what you are sensing and feeling at that exact moment, without judgment,...
12/12/2024

Mindfulness allows you to be intensely aware of what you are sensing and feeling at that exact moment, without judgment, blame or guilt. It’s about relaxing the body and mind, so calmness can enter, and stress can escape. We spend far too much time worrying about tomorrow, stressing over an incident at work or home, or agonizing about the past. These random negative thoughts that often consume us can cause anxiety and lead to depression. Practicing mindfulness helps direct your attention away from negative thinking and toward positivity.

Read more about practicing mindfulness in Stephen Pilarcik, Psy.D newest article ‘Everyone should live in the here and now’ linked below and in our bio!

https://crsh.com/2023/04/30/everyone-should-live-in-the-here-and-now/

Struggling with emotional regulation?Emotion regulation is the ability to effectively manage and respond to an emotional...
12/11/2024

Struggling with emotional regulation?

Emotion regulation is the ability to effectively manage and respond to an emotional experience. There are opportunities to regulate emotions early in the process of an experience or after an emotional response. In other words, you can control how you respond to your emotions. Anger, resentment and disappointment are universally experienced states; people can work to control and mitigate these feelings but should not needlessly pathologize them. In some cases, though, a lack of appropriate emotion regulation may be a sign of a mental health condition such as borderline personality disorder or depression.

The Center for Relationship Health has licensed therapists who specialize in dealing with emotional regulation. To book an appointment or learn more, please visit our website below or call 248-399-7447 today!

Are you looking a trauma-informed therapist? Do you have concerns about your s*x life with yourself and/or a partner? Do...
12/09/2024

Are you looking a trauma-informed therapist? Do you have concerns about your s*x life with yourself and/or a partner? Do you struggle with your s*xual identity and reconciling that with your Christian faith? Life can be difficult at times, and you may struggle with healing from past trauma, which may impact your relationships along with s*x and intimacy. You may feel stuck and don’t know where to start. Just know that healing is possible, and you can move forward. We can work together so that you can obtain the tools needed to live your best life now. You deserve an open, informed and affirming therapist.

Erica McMurtry, LMSW may be the right fit for you, and you can learn more about scheduling with Erica through our website linked in our bio or by calling 248-399-7447!

https://crsh.com

Seeking virtual therapy appointments? “The Center for Relationship Health” offers teletherapy sessions for those who pre...
12/06/2024

Seeking virtual therapy appointments? “The Center for Relationship Health” offers teletherapy sessions for those who prefer it. For many years, researchers have studied the effects of telehealth on client outcomes, and results continue to express that is an effective, convenient and viable way for clients to receive the care they need and desire.

To learn more about virtual therapy and schedule an appointment, check our website linked in our bio or call 248-399-7447 today!

The Center for Relationship Health is now hiring therapists! Psychotherapist, Joe Kort, PhD, LMSW, is the Clinical Direc...
12/05/2024

The Center for Relationship Health is now hiring therapists!

Psychotherapist, Joe Kort, PhD, LMSW, is the Clinical Director/Founder of The Center for Relationship Health in Royal Oak, Michigan, established in 2009. He is a board-certified clinical s*xologist, author, lecturer, and facilitator of therapeutic workshops. Throughout 37 years of private practice, he has successfully utilized varying therapy modules to help hundreds of individuals/couples improve their lives and strengthen relationships.

Focus: Individual and Couples Counseling, Group Therapy, S*xual Health and Wellness

Culture: Patient-Centric, Family Atmosphere, Loyalty, Trust, Support/Ability to Collaborate with Other Therapists, Innovation, Autonomy, Passionate, Continuous Learning, Cultural Competency, S*xual Health Positivity, Evidence-based Interventions

Qualified applicants may submit a CV to [email protected] or apply on our website linked below!

https://crsh.com/careers/

Emotional regulation is the ability to exert control over your own emotional state. Having these skills allows you to re...
12/05/2024

Emotional regulation is the ability to exert control over your own emotional state. Having these skills allows you to rethink a challenging situation, change your emotions and verbalize them correctly. When we do not have emotional regulation skills, we often rely on unhealthy strategies that may make us feel good in the short-term, but worse in the long-term.

How do we begin building emotional regulation skills, especially when society still thinks it is taboo for men to express their feelings? Emotional regulation is an effective tool we all should add to our toolbelts. It will help us lead a stress-free life, feel good about ourselves, reduce depression and anxiety, and improve our overall mental health.

Joe Kort, Ph.D. wrote an article, ‘Men don’t cry...why not?’ where he goes in depth and explains the importance of emotional regulation skills. Read more at the link below!

https://crsh.com/2023/08/23/men-dont-cry-why-not/

Struggling with PTSD or CTPSD? The Center for Relationship Health has a few therapists here who are qualified in treatin...
11/29/2024

Struggling with PTSD or CTPSD? The Center for Relationship Health has a few therapists here who are qualified in treating this. If left untreated, PTSD symptoms can worsen over time. This can include increased anxiety, depression, and feelings of isolation. Flashbacks, nightmares, and other symptoms can become more frequent and intense.

To book an appointment with a therapist who specializes in PTSD or CPTSD, please call 248-399-7447!

The map of the EMDR eight phases acts as a guide to the goal of EMDR therapy: to “facilitate accelerated information pro...
11/29/2024

The map of the EMDR eight phases acts as a guide to the goal of EMDR therapy: to “facilitate accelerated information processing”

The understanding upon which EMDR therapy is built is that every person has the natural ability to heal. We all go through difficult situations in life. Often, we are able to ‘process’ the information (images, sights, sounds, feelings, sensations, thoughts) from these events ourselves or with the help of friends and family.

“I’ll be home for Christmas and in therapy by New Year’s.” — AnonymousLet’s face it.For many people, the holidays really...
11/29/2024

“I’ll be home for Christmas and in therapy by New Year’s.” — Anonymous

Let’s face it.

For many people, the holidays really are not happy at all. Tinsel and trauma go hand in hand as countless individuals are forced to spend time with family whom they purposely have avoided all year. As the holidays draw near, so does the mounting anxiety and depression.

Of course, all therapists understand that our experiences at home growing up shape nearly everything about our future. In the first therapy sessions, I usually ask for information about my client’s childhood experiences and the family members involved. I don’t have to ask much more before many will begin feeling anxious, become defensive and even take an avoidance stance.

Read more at the link below!

https://crsh.com/2020/01/16/happy-holidays-is-this-a-misnomer/

Happy Thanksgiving from the team! What was your favorite food you're having this thanksgiving?
11/29/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from the team! What was your favorite food you're having this thanksgiving?

Are you feeling the pressure to settle down and start a family, but you aren’t sure that is what you want for your life?...
11/26/2024

Are you feeling the pressure to settle down and start a family, but you aren’t sure that is what you want for your life? Are you looking to heal from past s*xual trauma while also developing the insight and skills to create lasting intimate relationships? Are you someone who appears to have it all figured out on the outside but on the inside you are dealing with nagging self-doubt, anxious thoughts, and questions about the future? This work can and will be challenging and vulnerable, but it will also be full of curiosity, courage, and growth.

Reilly Barth is a Limited Licensed Master Social Worker who is here to help you with all of your needs! To schedule an appointment or learn more about Reilly, visit the website below or call 248-399-7447 today!

https://crsh.com/meet_our_therapists/ /0

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