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		<title>Why AI is Not a Replacement for Therapy</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Brookes Kift, MFT]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2025 07:47:04 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Key Takeaways AI tools can be helpful, but they can’t replace the emotional depth of a trained human therapist. The question of whether AI can truly provide empathy and human connection is central to understanding its limitations. Therapy is built on shared emotional experiences, which AI lacks. Concerns around whether AI is safe and private [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As a practicing individual and couples therapist, I am observing along with the world, the way AI is rapidly changing how we live, work, and even support our mental health. With accessible chatbots, it’s never been easier to ask questions or get feedback on anything within seconds. But when it comes to deep emotional healing, there’s an important question we need to ask ourselves: While AI can…</p>
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		<title>Help for High-Conflict Couples</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Brookes Kift, MFT]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jan 2024 20:57:47 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Having a healthy, loving and connected relationship is one of the most rewarding experiences.  Couples often start out in a good place and can’t imagine things going awry.  The biologically necessary attachment bonding chemical process (the “honeymoon” phase) that connects people can also shield each other from what might become cracks in the relationship later.  [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Having a healthy, loving and connected relationship is one of the most rewarding experiences. Couples often start out in a good place and can’t imagine things going awry. The biologically necessary attachment bonding chemical process (the “honeymoon” phase) that connects people can also shield each other from what might become cracks in the relationship later. Ideally, when you settle in…</p>
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		<title>3 Mistakes Couples Make in Relationship Counseling</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lisa Brookes Kift, MFT]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2023 02:19:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Couples counseling can be a helpful tool for a myriad of issues, from significant disconnection and resentment to do a simple check-in to be sure things are going well.  Stress, life changes and other circumstances can put strain on any relationship.  Getting a refresher on communication skills, conflict management and doing a temperature check on [&#8230;]]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Couples counseling can be a helpful tool for a myriad of issues, from significant disconnection and resentment to do a simple check-in to be sure things are going well. Stress, life changes and other circumstances can put strain on any relationship. Getting a refresher on communication skills, conflict management and doing a temperature check on the emotional safety can get couples back on…</p>
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		<title>3 Main Reasons Why Marital Counseling Doesn’t Work and What Works Instead</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2021 00:00:19 +0000</pubDate>
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