Welcome to my Blog

Thank you for stopping by. This space is where I share research, reflections, and practical tools drawn from my experience as a marriage and family therapist.

Are you a couple looking for clarity? A professional curious about the science of relationships? Or simply someone interested in how love and resilience work? I’m glad you’ve found your way here. I can help with that.

Each post is written with one goal in mind: to help you better understand yourself, your partner, and the hidden dynamics that shape human connection.

Grab a coffee (or a notebook), explore what speaks to you, and take what’s useful back into your life and relationships. And if a post sparks a question, or makes you realize you could use more support, I’d love to hear from you.

Be Well, Stay Kind, and Godspeed.
~Daniel

P.S.

Feel free to explore the categories below to find past blog posts on the topics that matter most to you. If you’re curious about attachment, navigating conflict, or strengthening intimacy, these archives are a great way to dive deeper into the research and insights that I’ve been sharing for years.

 

Neurodiverse Couples Daniel Dashnaw Neurodiverse Couples Daniel Dashnaw

Is HSP autism?

Understanding the concept of Highly Sensitive Persons (HSPs) is not only crucial in the broader context of neurodiversity but also holds significant implications for couples therapy.

Couples, where one or both partners identify as HSPs, may face unique challenges and opportunities in their relationships, which can benefit from a deeper understanding of HSP traits…

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Marriage and Mental Health Daniel Dashnaw Marriage and Mental Health Daniel Dashnaw

3 Steps Away from Depression…

Break Free from Brooding: Three Steps to Stop Repetitive Negative Thoughts

Brooding, characterized by repetitive negative thoughts, lies at the core of the depressive experience.

Professor Hans M. Nordahl, a distinguished expert on psychological therapy, outlines three crucial steps to combat this detrimental pattern… let’s jump in!

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What Happy Couples Know Daniel Dashnaw What Happy Couples Know Daniel Dashnaw

What is Spontaneous Trait Transference?

Ever heard of Spontaneous Trait Transference?

It's a bit of a quirky psychological phenomenon that's worth knowing about.

So, here's the scoop. If you're busy praising others for being genuine and kind, your acquaintance is likely to think, "Hey, this person must be pretty genuine and kind too!" It's like spreading good vibes and having them bounce back to you…

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