Kristen BarrickTHERAPIST · WIFE · HUMAN

Licensed Professional Counselor · National Certified Counselor
AASECT Certified Sex Therapist

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The Relationship Dictionary

Build shared meaning, one word at a time.

The same word can mean something different to each partner. This guide helps couples explore those differences and create definitions they can both understand.

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PDF · 8 pages · By Kristen Barrick, LPC, NCC, CST

Who it’s for

For couples who want to understand what each person means by words such as respect, space, support, or intimacy.

How to use it

Choose one word. Write your definitions separately, then compare them with curiosity. Use the included worksheet to agree on a shared meaning and return to it together.

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