Continued… The following are the “witnesses” that have been written in behalf of Gina Colvin, who is being summoned to a disciplinary court on December 20, 2018. If you’re interested in submitting a witness… please share with me at nhelferparker@gmail.com. I will continue to update… or create further posts as I receive them. I will keep blog posts to about 1500 words… that’s why there will be more than one “page.” To (Gina’s leaders) Hello. My name is Jimmy bridges.... Read more
The following are some of the “witnesses” that have been written in behalf of Gina Colvin, who is being summoned to a disciplinary court on December 20, 2018. If you’re interested in submitting a witness… please share with me at nhelferparker@gmail.com. I will continue to update… or create further posts as I receive them. I will keep blog posts to about 1500 words… that’s why there will be more than one “page.” Please offer your love and support at this... Read more
The Mormon tradition has a long, beautiful history with the concept of being a “witness.” We are encouraged to be witnesses of Jesus Christ. The Book of Mormon is seen as a second witness of Christ partnered with the Bible. We have official witnesses witnessing our sacred ceremonies such as baptisms and weddings. I would ask at this time of potential discipline of our dear sister, Gina Colvin (aka the Kiwi Mormon here on Patheos) where witnesses will be brought... Read more
Join me tonight for my interactive live webinar on dealing with being the low libido partner in a relationship (great for either the high or low libido partner to listen to). Next week I will be offering a similar one for the high libido partner. Sex Talk with Natasha Natasha Helfer Parker, LCMFT, CST can be reached at natashaparker.org and runs an online practice, Symmetry Solutions, which focuses on helping families and individuals with faith concerns, sexuality and mental health. She hosts the Mormon Mental... Read more
I’ll be offering a Mixed Faith Marriage workshop while out in the Salt Lake City area over Christmas break. Look below for further information: HOW TO FORTIFY YOUR MORMON MIXED-FAITH RELATIONSHIP Does a faith transition by one partner in a marriage mean the relationship is doomed? Absolutely not!And yet, there are tricky things to negotiate within the context of being members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. From knowing how to talk about sensitive topics about belief/doctrine,... Read more
Today’s guest post is written by Kristin Marie Bennion. Opinions shared on guest posts may not completely reflect the positions of the blog’s author. Kristin Marie Bennion is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and the founder of Intimate Connections Counseling in Orem, Utah. She has been practicing as a licensed mental health and relationship therapist for over eight years and uses evidence-based treatment to assist clients in improving their emotional, psychological, sexual and spiritual wellbeing and experience. Waves. I love waves. Waves can be amazing... Read more
I often talk about avoiding the 4 horsemen of the relational apocalypse from the work of John Gottman. This is an excellent, short video explaining what the 4 horsemen look like: criticism, contempt, defensiveness and stonewalling. It also gives a few hints on how to avoid them. These 4 are responsible for much of marital demise… so let’s get to challenging them asap! Natasha Helfer Parker, LCMFT, CST can be reached at natashaparker.org and runs an online practice, Symmetry Solutions, which focuses on helping... Read more
I appreciated this frank post I came across on Richard Dutcher’s facebook page. I agree… stay away from depressants when depressed… the holidays can be a difficult time for many… let’s stay cognizant of that reality as we go about our daily lives. Reach out to those you think or know are hurting. If you’re struggling with suicidal thoughts, please know you are wanted, needed and loved…. even if or when it doesn’t feel like it. There is help somewhere…... Read more
I really enjoyed this article from my friend and colleague, Kristin Marie Bennion. Read it whether you’re single or not… because it has some great tips for all of us to be aware of. Flying Solo During the Holidays? Natasha Helfer Parker, LCMFT, CST can be reached at natashaparker.org and runs an online practice, Symmetry Solutions, which focuses on helping families and individuals with faith concerns, sexuality and mental health. She hosts the Mormon Mental Health and Mormon Sex Info Podcasts, is the current president of the Mormon Mental Health... Read more
Check out my latest interview for Mormon Sex Info with Tammy Ellis, who is currently in the process of becoming a certified sex therapist through AASECT. She is doing a series with me about common myths that are being dispelled in her training and/or information most people are maybe not aware of. If you find Mormon Sex Info podcast useful and valuable and want to see it continue… please consider the very affordable yearly subscription of $35 that allows for... Read more
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