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Most relationships start off fresh and exciting. It doesn’t take much to have fun and enjoy one another. Over time however, the newness wears off and the busyness of life can settle in. It is easy for complacency to move in and no one even notice. If you have noticed your relationship feeling a little […]

Parenting isn’t an easy task but parenting a strong willed child can be very challenging. It may seem to be a battle getting your children to do what you have asked, no matter how simple the request. Strong willed children are independent and stubborn, they want to do what they want and when they want to. […]

Parenting is hard work. It is easy to get caught up in all the negativity that surrounds raising a child; are you doing it all right? Their behavior, their nutrition, milestones, learning, growth charts, etc are all things that get scrutinized by others and yourself. However, have you ever found yourself wondering what constitutes being […]

You floated through the dating phase, glided to the altar, maybe even welcomed one or two new additions to the family. But somewhere in the natural flow of life together, you’ve found that the careers you envisioned so clearly in the early relationship stages look very different today. His job requires travel and long days; […]

When couples present to therapy with a challenge they are working through, one question I often ask is “what have you already tried to work on this?” Often, they list the tools and strategies they’ve tried that have been unsuccessful. Their ideas and attempts are good and are many of the same interventions I would […]

Love isn’t in the air? When a relationship isn’t working as expected thinking about breaking up or deciding to stay is pretty common. According to research, breaking up is considered a major stressor. Ending a relationship is usually painful at least for one of the parties involved and the fear of making the wrong decision […]

Why is it that we have to deal with emotions? When someone reacts angrily or shows any negative emotion it seems to be uncomfortable for those around. Then, avoiding emotions may be a way to escape from being criticized or not accepted. However, according to a research article about dealing with feelings, personal suppression can […]

Coping with life’s daily stresses can be hard. Sometimes it can feel like once you get through one storm, the next one is right there waiting for you. One of the most frequent recommendations I give to clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or feeling overwhelmed, is journaling. There is a wide range of […]

At some point everyone has experienced a dip in productivity, concentration and focus during the afternoon. This can cause a negative emotional reaction for some, feeling like you are failing or not performing at your best potential. In an article by Readers Digest there are thirteen practical tips to beating that afternoon slump. However, it […]