Who’s On Stage?
Set the Stage At a moment’s notice, any given situation can elicit a variety of different reactions from within. Think for a moment about such a situation. You encounter an aggressive driver as you commute …
Trigger Warning
What Is a Trigger Warning? We live in a society where freedom of speech is a basic human right and almost always an expectation. But what if that free speech is harmful to a person, …
Tips for Navigating Couple Conflict
Most couples come to therapy at their tipping points; when something has happened, when they are in crisis, and when they need help and tools to fix it! Until then, they may stumble through marrital …
Considering Couples Counseling?
If you are reading this, you might be wondering if you need couples counseling. I’m not here to say you do or don’t – that’s for you to decide. But having been through couples counseling …
The Problem with Validation
I am aware that the title of this blog might stir up strong feelings in some people. I imagine two camps. One says, “heck yes, validation is a problem”, while the other says, “Everyone deserves …
Future Self | Present Tense
Where Do You See Yourself in 5 to 10 Years? Do you remember teachers and others asking you this age-old question? Funny that the older we get, that question is no longer asked. Somedays we’re …
