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The Limerent Therapist: Untangling Limerence, Desire and Love (Part One)

Limerence, an intense and involuntary state of romantic obsession, often hides beneath layers of shame, confusion, and fantasy. Coined by psychologist Dorothy Tennov, it’s more than a fleeting crush, it's an all-consuming “unintentional desire” that can blur reality and trap individuals in emotional turmoil. The Limerent Therapist unpacks this complex experience, exploring its roots in attachment styles, hidden traumas, and the silent struggles many face alone.

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Katie Jugowitz Katie Jugowitz

The Limerent Therapist: Untangling Limerence, Desire and Love (Part Two)

Limerence isn’t just a crush, it’s an intense, involuntary emotional storm that blurs fantasy and reality, leaving many trapped in confusion and longing. The Limerent Therapist (Part Two) explores how limerence reveals deep emotional needs and hidden wounds, offering a path to healing and self-discovery for those willing to look inward.

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Rupture and Repair

Life, mine included, is full of rupture. Although these two words flow like an old married couple, repair does not always follow willingly with rupture. And with enough ruptures and no repair, relationships can become resentful, mistrusting or even toxic.

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Relationships and the Role of Attachment

Early attachments shape our relationship patterns, influencing how we connect and handle conflict throughout life. Exploring attachment styles in therapy can transform these patterns, fostering deeper understanding and healing for ourselves and future generations.

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Addictions: A Shared Journey

Struggling with addiction can feel isolating, but it’s often a response to deeper pain or unmet needs. At Spacious Minds, I help uncover the hidden messages behind addictive behaviours, offering a compassionate space to explore, heal, and rediscover yourself. Recovery isn’t about willpower alone, it’s about understanding what your addiction is trying to tell you and finding authentic, lasting relief. Ready to take the first step? Let’s walk this path together.

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Let’s Talk About Trauma

Trauma has become a buzzword in pop culture, tossed around to describe everything from minor upsets to major life disruptions… But pop culture aside, what is trauma, really?

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Grief and Death

Death and grief are two words often intertwined, yet they each represent distinct experiences. At Spacious Minds, I am cautious about grouping them together.

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