Christine DeVore | Source | Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Psy.D. ) at Birch Psychology
Christine DeVore
Dr. DeVore is a clinical psychologist who specializes in grief and loss, perinatal mental health, psychosocial oncology and trauma.She is a fellowship-trained clinician with a post-doctoral specialization in Psychosocial Oncology from the Colorado Blood Cancer Institute at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center. Previously, she earned her doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Denver. Dr. DeVore has a master’s degree in International Disaster Psychology, which is a field specializing in the treatment of trauma, grief and loss, community sustainability and global health. Her current work primarily focuses on providing psychotherapy, consultation, supervision and assessment with adult clients or professionals. Dr. DeVore serves as the director of Adult and Couples services at Birch Psychology, where she also manages a general practice of adult clients where she treats a wide variety of issues such as depression, anxiety and trauma.
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Birch Psychology (https://www.birchpsychology.com/)
Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Psy.D. )
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Habit Stacking: A New Approach for Managing Chronic Illness
Dr. DeVore explains, "Habit stacking involves linking new habits to existing ones, making them easier to adopt." For chronic illness sufferers, this method breaks tasks into manageable steps, reducing overwhelm. She advises starting small, using consistent anchor habits, and incorporating fun activities. "There's no failure, only learning," she emphasizes, encouraging flexibility and patience in the process. -
Navigating Developmental Stages: Insights for Parents of Tweens, Preteens, and Teens
Dr. DeVore defines tweens as ages 9-12, emphasizing "the importance of discussing peer pressure." Preteens, ages 10-12, benefit from guidance in social dynamics. Teens, ages 13-19, require support in developing self-awareness. Dr. DeVore highlights the need for parental involvement across these stages. -
Unlocking Deeper Connections: The Power of Trampoline Listening
Dr. DeVore explains trampoline listening as using shared words as a "springboard" to deepen dialogue. She advises reflecting and validating, asking open-ended questions, and being fully present. This technique is crucial in vulnerable moments, enhancing emotional connections and trust. Avoid self-centered behaviors that mimic this approach, as they lack the empathy and focus needed for true understanding.
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Quote from Homes & Gardens Article on Splitting Chores with your partner: "No matter how long you have known or lived with your partner, you should never make assumptions about what they do and do not know. This is another key reason why chores are left incomplete or loaded onto just one partner, points out Christine DeVore, a licensed clinical psychologist at Birch Psychology. ‘Don’t assume your partner knows what chores need to be done or when you’d like them done. What seems obvious to one person might not be to the other. Regular check-ins can help clarify expectations and adjust the division of labor as needed.’ "
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Quote from a feature in BESTLIFE article on Relationship Check-Ins: Ask any couples therapist what the foundation of a healthy relationship is, and they'll likely say communication. In long-term relationships, though, communication often falls by the wayside due to busy schedules and other priorities or responsibilities. That's where relationship check-ins come in. These sessions allow you and your partner to share what's working—and what isn't—in your relationship. And according to licensed therapists, this small habit can actually save your marriage.
"Especially when you live together, it's so easy to get caught up in life," says Christine DeVore, PsyD, a licensed clinical psychologist at Birch Psychology. "You're technically spending a lot of time together, but you don't have time to intentionally connect."
