The Loci Center

The Loci Center The Loci Center specializes in couples therapy and supporting relationship health. Located in Tucson, AZ. Available virtually for all of AZ and WI residents.

Owned by Amy Lemberger, LMFT. Call today for a consultation!

Tension doesn’t appear out of nowhere.It often builds from:🌿 unprocessed stress and emotions🌿 holding onto “shoulds” and...
09/22/2025

Tension doesn’t appear out of nowhere.
It often builds from:
🌿 unprocessed stress and emotions
🌿 holding onto “shoulds” and expectations
🌿 staying in go-mode without enough rest
🌿 the body bracing for something it perceives as unsafe

The beautiful part? You can soften it.
Try pausing to:
✨ take 3 slow, grounding breaths
✨ stretch or shake out the body
✨ journal what you’re carrying that isn’t yours to hold
✨ place a hand on your heart and remind yourself you are safe, here, now

Your body remembers everything—
but it also knows how to let go.

Words matter more than we think. 💞Here are some simple phrases that can make your partner feel seen and supported instea...
09/15/2025

Words matter more than we think. 💞

Here are some simple phrases that can make your partner feel seen and supported instead of judged:

✨ “Can we go over our budget together so we’re both comfortable?”
✨ “I can see you’re overwhelmed—want me to sit with you?”
✨ “This seems really important to you—tell me more.”
✨ “That sounded tough. What can I do to support you next time?”

It’s not about having the perfect words.
It’s about showing care, curiosity, and presence in the moment.

💬 What has a partner said to you that felt like judgment?

We all project sometimes—it’s part of being human.But if you notice yourself projecting onto your partner, here’s what y...
09/08/2025

We all project sometimes—it’s part of being human.

But if you notice yourself projecting onto your partner, here’s what you can do instead:

✨ Pause and check in with yourself: Is this really about them, or is it about me?
✨ Own your feelings before pointing fingers. Try “I feel…” instead of “You always…”
✨ Get curious, not defensive—ask yourself what need or fear is underneath.
✨ Share openly with your partner once you’ve reflected.

Projection doesn’t have to create distance. When you take responsibility for your emotions, it builds trust, safety, and deeper connection.

Ready to shift patterns and strengthen your relationship? Book a free consultation on my website today.

Why some relationships feel amazing at first… but quickly turn complicated 🚩At the start of a relationship, it’s easy to...
09/01/2025

Why some relationships feel amazing at first… but quickly turn complicated 🚩

At the start of a relationship, it’s easy to confuse intensity with intimacy. Some behaviors that feel exciting in the beginning can actually signal unhealthy patterns down the road.

A true green flag isn’t about how fast or intense things feel—it’s about consistency, respect, and safety over time.

So instead of asking, “How much do they say they care?” … ask, “How do they show up when it really matters?”

Real connection grows steadily, not through pressure or rush.

Ready to learn how to spot the difference between healthy love and red flags? Book a free consultation on my website today.

Think you have to share everything with your partner to have a healthy relationship? 🤔Not quite.Honesty and openness are...
08/18/2025

Think you have to share everything with your partner to have a healthy relationship? 🤔
Not quite.

Honesty and openness are the foundation of trust 💛—but healthy relationships also have boundaries.

Knowing what’s yours to keep and what’s meant to be shared is part of emotional maturity. Some thoughts, feelings, and experiences are private—not because you’re hiding something, but because you’re a whole, individual person outside of your relationship too.

The healthiest couples balance openness with respect for privacy—for themselves and for each other.

Looking for relationship therapy? 💛
📅 Book a free consultation with me today—link in bio.

Is there resentment building in your relationship?Resentment doesn’t show up overnight — it builds slowly from unmet nee...
08/11/2025

Is there resentment building in your relationship?

Resentment doesn’t show up overnight — it builds slowly from unmet needs, unspoken frustrations, and feeling unseen.

But it can be shifted with the right support.

What to Do About It:

➡️ Start with honest, non-blaming communication

➡️ Name your needs clearly (without expecting mind-reading)

➡️ Seek repair and reconnection after conflict

➡️ Work on boundaries and emotional regulation individually and together

➡️ Consider couples therapy or relationship coaching if patterns feel stuck

Looking for relationship therapy?
Book a free consultation with me today — let’s explore what healing could look like for you both.

What breaks relationships isn’t conflict—it’s what happens after.Unrepaired moments build resentment. But there’s a way ...
08/04/2025

What breaks relationships isn’t conflict—it’s what happens after.

Unrepaired moments build resentment. But there’s a way through:

✨ The Relationship Repair Formula: Name, Own, Reconnect

A 3-step framework to help you navigate hard moments with care instead of chaos.

These steps don’t require perfection. They just require willingness.

Repair builds trust. And trust builds safety.

If you and your partner feel stuck in repeating conflict or disconnection, therapy can help.

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268 E River Road Suite 150
Tucson, AZ
85704

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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