The holidays can be a joyous, celebratory time, but not always. Not for everyone. As therapists, this is our busiest time of year. We hear from clients we haven’t seen in months who would like an extra session, trying to prepare for a disappointment, stressful family time, or low […]
So, you are now a new mom. Your whole world seems to have changed with the introduction of new routines, breastfeeding and having to soothe a screaming baby. Everything seems to be all over the place. To maintain some calm and make the whole experience fulfilling, you will need to […]
We all thought Covid would be behind us by now. We were wrong. The disagreements over vaccinations and ongoing political divisions will likely be alive and well at many of our holiday tables. We’ve heard clients consider avoiding extended family over the upcoming holidays for this very reason. If that […]
FUN. Many people in relationships have underestimated the importance of fun. Couples often wistfully remember the activities and excitement at the beginning of their relationship – all that fun! However, we have had couples in therapy who have to think long and hard to remember fun activities from early in […]
As the song says, “Breaking up is hard to do.” Finding closure after the end of a relationship is often harder. “Closure” is a psychological term that simply means closing the door on something or someone. Closure means you leave the past in the past rather than dragging it out […]
Reaching your peak is best done with the help of others. Nobody can go it alone. You need support, mentorship at times, companionship, and friendship. None of that will be easy without knowing how to understand people first. Gaining personal power is a journey into finding yourself, discovering what drives […]
