How do you classify beauty? Are you consumed by appearance, grace and sophistication? Or do you believe beauty comes from…
One of the best things about living in Florida is the weather. There are so many things to do during…
As Father’s Day approaches the thought of leaving a powerful legacy begins to circulate and enter my mind. I think…
Finding the right gifts on Father's Day can be challenging for several reasons. Finding special gifts for a special dad…
Father’s Day is a great opportunity to celebrate fathers with fun activities. Father's Day is also to celebrate paternal bonds…
Smiling, laughter, and humor have so many benefits that it makes sense to have a day to celebrate this natural…
We all have varying feelings and views about exercise. For some people, it's their escape and it helps them cope…
Let's talk about Screen Free Week for a minute. How much do you actually spend looking down at your screen?…
April 30th is National Honesty Day in the United States. The purpose of Honesty Day is to celebrate and encourage…
I remember a talking to a friend about her parents. She recalls being a teenager and just being grossed out…
I’m sure many of you have heard or experienced how vacation sex can be more fun and exciting than sex…
Most people experience some hit to their sex life at some point or another. Sometimes we are affected by external…
Tax Day is quickly approaching which means it is a great time to look how you can use your tax…
Many times I've heard parents of teenagers sharing frustrations about their kids "just being a teenager" or wishing for that…
We all know what being in a funk feels like. Have you ever found yourself stuck in negative thoughts about…
It is well known that in a committed relationship, sex is a wonderful way for partners to be both physically…
Now that winter is coming to an end and the first day of spring is here, it’s time to get…
Having sex after delivery of a new baby can be a challenge for many couples. Most doctors recommend waiting between…
In my experience, one of the most pressing issues for couples is sex and intimacy. More specifically, the conversation often…
What's so special about make-up sex? “It felt like we were so connected.” “It was so hot!” “I’ve never had…
Have you ever been hit with that mid day slump? You know the one, when you can barely keep your…
Have you ever wondered the role of the brain during orgasms? You probably know sex improves relationships, but have you…
One of my favorite parts of the Winter time, other than Christmas and spending time with family, is taking a…
It’s that time again! Time to escape with your love, reconnect and rejuvenate your relationship. Often after the holidays and…
Sometimes the grind of daily life can wear you down and spending some time away is exactly what you need…
The majority of couples I've met talk about Valentine’s Day as an unimportant or boring holiday or they say “we…
Valentine’s day is quickly approaching and you may find yourself eagerly looking forward to it, or you may be silently…
Whether you are in a new relationship, recently married, or have been married for many years, buying your significant other…
If you follow me on social media, you’ve likely heard me mention the Luxe Couples Retreat in Cancun or Los…
I've heard being a parent is one of the most rewarding, yet challenging endeavors in life you will ever go…
Welcoming a new baby? Getting married, moving and having children are all new and wonderful life events. As with anything…
There are books, magazines, and websites everywhere that talk about getting prepared for parenting. With more than 4 million babies…
As we get older the magic of Christmas and the holidays can fade a bit. I recently read this interesting post that…
Christmas can often be one of the most exciting and highly anticipated days of the year. Unfortunately with all that…
The holidays can be a time of joy and love but it can also be one of the more challenging…
Oh The Joy! Picture it. It is Christmas morning. Mom and Dad have made their coffee. The kids are awake…
The joys of the season are upon us. The feeling of good tidings in the air, joyous carolers, holiday gatherings,…
Many of us have perfect visions of the holidays - love, traditions like football in the yard, turkey in the…
Are you one of the lucky few who gets along with your in-laws? Dr. Terri Apter, a psychologist at Cambridge…
Blending two families together can be hard no matter what season it is. According to the US Census Bureau, in…
Have you ever heard about how relationships go through “dry spells”? Or if you are in a relationship, have you…
After months of saving money, working overtime, and being stuck in the daily grind, your relationship is finally getting the…
Have you ever put a lot of time and effort into planning a vacation and been so excited about it…
When people hear I am from Florida, they often assume that I’m on a perpetual vacation at the beach. I…
Is daily life getting you down? Maybe you're feeling extra tired and worn out from the daily grind or maybe…
There's no denying that life is busy. Regardless of your status, your title, or your lifestyle, I don't doubt you…
One of the most common complaints I hear from couples is that they feel disconnected and aren't making their relationship…
If you have searched for marriage advice recently, you have probably come across the concept of dating your spouse. Research…
We all have routine stress that effects everyday life. Some stresses are easy to let roll off our backs and…
Recently, a friend was sharing her experience of choosing the details for a new home. She described choosing the floors,…
A friend of mine was recently complaining about her shoulder hurting while we were having coffee one morning. When I…
Let's be honest, most of us probably do not get enough sleep. Sometimes I can get caught up watching TV,…
Welcoming a new baby into the world is one of the greatest blessings and miracles couples experience. To many individuals…
Parenting a teenager may be one of the most difficult and experiences that parents go through. Even if you aren't…
One of the most common things I hear from my teenage clients is - “I wish my parents would just…
Struggles with blending families and co-parenting is one of the most common issues we see amongst couples who are remarried…
If you are a parent (and even if you're not) it's likely you know what a time out is. What…
If you have read the previous blog post, “Are You Codependent, 6 Ways to tell”, then you may have learned…
I'm betting at some point in time you've made a mistake and felt really bad about it? If it’s a…
What is Codependency? Codependency is easily observed but difficult to define. Codependency is going to excess to meet the needs…
Although every divorce situation is entirely unique, I've never seen one in my years of doing therapy that I'd call…
It seems that no matter where we turn these days there is a tragic event taking place. From natural disasters…
A good friend once told me that she and her daughter were best friends. She bragged that her daughter told…
If you're a parent then you know parenting is one of the most rewarding yet painstaking tasks ever. Children show…
When you first get engaged, there are so many things going through your mind. There is excitement, planning, how to…
Arguing about money in marriage is common. Forbes published a study conducted by the Institute for Divorce Financial Analysis citing financial…
As a therapist and human being, there are a few things I know to be true about people in relationships.…
As a good friend of a military wife, I've seen her spend many periods of time away from her husband.…
Most of us know what anxiety feels like or have loved someone with anxiety. If you have anxiety, you know…
At some point in your life, it's pretty much guaranteed you will experience conflict, hurt, or be let down by…
My teenage daughter recently discovered that she needed braces. The disappointment on her face spoke volumes as she started protesting,…
As a therapist who works with a variety of populations and problems there are different interventions and techniques that work…
Have you ever woken up and just felt like you were "in a funk?" Maybe you didn't want to get…
Have you ever been in a room full of strangers and felt like everyone is staring at you or whispering…
I distinctly remember the first time I heard about someone I knew who took their own life. I was in…
Congratulations, you are engaged! Now comes the fun part where you get to plan your day to be exactly as…
Have you ever seen those romantic engagement photos or videos of creative proposals? They seem to be all over my…
I remember when I was in middle school, dreaming about the day I would get engaged and the perfect wedding…
You’d be surprised at how often I hear a client say, “I just assumed,” “I thought,” “I know how my…
Have you ever gotten the sense that someone is mad at you and they haven’t said a word? Or perhaps…
As a therapist, one of the most common questions I'm asked is the secret to a good relationship. People want…
One of the biggest issues couples who come to therapy are experiencing is the inability to communicate effectively. Whether it…
As the days grow longer and warmer, our children begin to get more and more excited as they look forward…
What comes to mind when you hear the word intimacy? Some people think of sex. Others might think of intimacy…