Relationship Issues
ANNA FROST, NCPsyA
Relational Analysis
Sources of Dysfunction
Relationship dysfunction stems from a deficit of narcissistic supply. Defined by Fenichel in 1938 as “a type of admiration, interpersonal support drawn by an individual from their environment, essential to their self-esteem.” Narcissistic supply is about a biological need to feel noticed, valued, and connected.
Without that supply, relationships become a search for validation, leading to patterns of disconnection, anxiety, and burnout.
Relational Analysis restores narcissistic supply — providing the experience of being seen, valued, and understood. When you internalize this experience, you naturally extend it to others, and connections and relationships improve.
Breakups /
Divorce
Do you feel misunderstood in your relationship, or lonely in your marriage? Are there too many arguments? or, too much silence? Do you not get recognition/acknowledgement for the efforts you make?
Stress response kicks in and exacerbates anxiety, affecting our heart rate, our breathing. We can’t sleep. We ruminate. We gear up for battle — and can’t imagine how to find relief.
Your next chapter starts with one conversation.
Book a consult. Walk away with barriers identified, addressed — and relationships improved.
Anna Frost – 303.547.8493
Isolation
Feeling noticed, valued, and connected isn't a luxury. It's a fundamental need. When that need is met, you naturally extend it to the people around you.
Uncertainty
Clarify and define what matters most. When you know what you want, you can begin to ask for it.
Communication
Learning to actually communicate what you feel -- without emotionally withdrawing or gearing up for battle -- changes everything.
Anxiety
Sessions provide new orientations to relationship problems. These fresh perspectives decrease anxiety levels -- and grant greater intimacy.
