How Divorce Impacts a Family
As a licensed mental health professional, I work with many individuals, couples, and families who are affected by divorce. I see the effects that breakups can have and am dedicated…
Read MoreWeight Loss: Is it the Wrong Type of Motivation?
Recently, Amy Wrzesnieswski and Barry Schwartz wrote an article in the New York Times titled “The Secret of Effective Motivation.” They studied two types of motivations: internal and instrumental. Internal…
Read MoreRelationship Advice: Build Intimacy with Your Partner
Reestablishing Intimacy and Connection with Your Partner Are you feeling disconnected from your partner? Does your relationship lack intimacy and connection? Many relationships can drift apart over time. You may…
Read More7 Things You Should NOT Say to a Depressed Friend
Someone you care about is depressed. Of course, you wish your loved one would feel better, and you ache to help. Sometimes it’s hard to know what to say to…
Read MoreWhen Anxiety and Depression Collide: Treatment Options
Although anxiety and depression represent two distinct disorders, they often occur together and they can often be treated similarly. To help manage and reduce the symptoms of both anxiety and depression,…
Read More7 Tools to Help You Cope with Anxiety
We all experience anxiety from time to time. Whether from life in general, school, work, or relationship problems, the list of causes can seem endless. There are many things we…
Read MoreAnxiety Counseling Can Help You Overcome Anxiety
Do I Need Anxiety Counseling? Everyone feels anxious and under stress from time to time. Situations such as meeting tight deadlines, important social obligations or driving in heavy traffic, often…
Read More29 Ways to Maintain a Healthy Relationship
Why do some relationships last forever and others fall apart? Here are some ways you can make your partner feel appreciated again and maintain a healthy relationship. Treat your partner as…
Read MoreUncover Your Core Beliefs so You Can Change Them
What Are Core Beliefs? Core beliefs are deeply buried assumptions that guide our behavior, how we see ourselves and perceive situations. These beliefs impact how we feel, how we relate…
Read MoreTips on Communicating Anger Effectively
Healthy Communication is Assertive Are you uncomfortable with anger? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Many people are uncomfortable with anger because either it was expressed inappropriately in their past or…
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