In life's twists and turns, we sometimes face complex crossroads like divorce and remarriage. Amidst these changes, your children's well-being matters most. Let's journey together to discover how to navigate…
As a wife of over thirty years and mother of two grown children, I have had many life experiences. What I have found to be at the heart of who…
Often, when couples come to see a therapist, they come because they are stuck in a negative pattern that has taken over their relationship. They have tried to communicate but,…
As mental health counselors, my colleagues and I are seeing firsthand the psychological consequences of this COVID-19 pandemic health crisis. Clients who were previously coping with psychological disorders have felt…
Given the sensitive nature of the topic, I believe it is prudent to open with a clear statement. This post is in no way attempting to diminish the objectional nature…
Relationship Blog #2 How Do We Repair? In Part 1 of this 2 part series, Zero to 60, I shared a bit about the nature of the distress that fuels…
Relationship blog part 1 How Did We Get Here? If you are married or in a committed romantic partnership, the chances are very good that you have had a conflict…
How To Encourage Your Teen To Attend Counseling As a therapist for teenagers, I’m often asked by frustrated parents how they can convince their teenager to go to counseling. Parents’…
“The way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice.” - Peggy O’Mara In my November 5, 2014 article“Family Power Struggles: Unintended Consequences”, I discussed the many ways parents…
“I learned long ago, never to wrestle with a pig. You get dirty, and besides, the pig likes it.” —quote by playwright and author George Bernard Shaw As parents we…
