Couples Counseling For Parents

From Tiredness to Togetherness in Parenting


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Stephen Mitchell, PhD and Erin Mitchell, MACP discuss the "Embodiment Chasm," a concept that highlights the different experiential realities between parenting partners. Through the story of Maria and Todd, the hosts explore how the differences in parenting experiences can lead to misunderstandings, and they offer insights on communication strategies to overcome this chasm for a healthier relationship. 

• Introducing the concept of the Embodiment Chasm 
• Case study of Maria and Todd's experience of the Embodiment Chasm 
• How the Embodiment Chasm creates the roles of Default and Non-default parent 
• Barriers in communication caused by the Embodiment Chasm in a couple relationship 
• Strategies for overcoming these barriers and fostering connection and understanding 
• Sample Script of how couples can start the conversation and resolve the barriers created by the embodiment Chasm

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Couples Counseling For ParentsBy Dr. Stephen Mitchell and Erin Mitchell, MACP

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