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Dating & Relationships
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“Common sense” versus the actual science of attachment, intimacy and compatibility
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The dance between swipes, ghosting and the quest for genuine connection
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Exploring attachment styles and how we bond, understand intimacy and emotional security
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Understanding the balance between chemistry and compatibility in the long-term success of a relationship
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Maintaining a strong sense of self-worth as the cornerstone to attracting and sustaining a healthy relationship
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Self-worth as the magnetic force that not only attracts but also sustains a healthy relationship
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Communication & Conflict
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Transcending the limits of self-focused communication, shifting from a desire to be understood and instead mastering the art of listening to understand
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Learning to acknowledge when we have false assumptions about the other person’s intentions and motives – and being willing to change those assumptions
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Choosing to confront, rather than sidestep, conflict in order to preserve genuine peace and deepen understanding
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Transitioning from opponents to teammates by learning how to allow multiple realities to coexist at the same time
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Unpacking the inherent tension between seeking closeness and valuing independence – learning to navigate the delicate balance between intimacy and the need for personal autonomy
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Shifting away from armchair psychology and the tendency to diagnose those around us, and instead focusing on personal growth and self-improvement
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Personal Growth & Well-Being
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Channeling your energy into self-development and making yourself the ideal partner, rather than endlessly searching for “The One”
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Courageously embracing vulnerability as the necessary gamble that ultimately leads to love and genuine connection
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Welcoming singlehood as a necessary and foundational step for healthier relationships – both with yourself and with others
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Cultivating emotional maturity within yourself by learning emotional regulation, fostering resilience, and responding (rather than reacting) to life’s challenges
Media & Press Bio
Psychotherapist Nura Mowzoon has been helping couples and individuals with their relationships for more than a decade. She holds a B.S. in Family Studies & Child Development, and a Ph. D. in Marriage & Family Therapy. She is also an instructor at Arizona State University, and the co-creator of “can we talk?”, a platform where she and her co-speaker visit university campuses around the country exploring the power of meaningful conversations in creating social change. Learn more at drnuramowzoon.com, or follow her @drnuramowzoon on social media platforms.
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