

Apologies & Forgiveness: What you owe, and to whom
I was asked, not too long ago, to talk about when it's okay to not accept an apology. This topic frequently comes up in my work, and...


How to Be Your Partner's Safe Place
When we choose to enter into a relationship, a partnership, we are choosing to take on another human being's concerns and make them our...


So, You Want to Find a Therapist...
For my first blog of Mental Health Awareness Month, I'm gonna talk to you about things to consider when you're looking for a therapist...


Wondering why you're feeling disconnected from your partner?
So, let me start with what I mean by ‘connected,’ so we’re on the same page. To be connected to your partner is to feel in tune with...


Why it matters if there's mental illness in your family
If you're going to go to therapy, you have to be prepared to have this person get all up in your business. It's uncomfortable for most,...


That Money Fight is NOT About Money!
Understanding that arguments about money in the couple relationship is rarely just about money. These kinds of conversations require us to


How to Combat the Tyranny of Positive Thinking
Telling people to think positively has become an epidemic and, from what I can see, it is hurting people. I understand the good intentions


Harnessing the Life-changing Power of No!
My mother says that I started saying "No!" when I was 2 years old, and I haven't stopped since. Obviously, I don't remember, but that...


What You Should Absolutely NOT Expect from Therapy
Discussion about what types of things you should and should not expect when making the choice to get into therapy.


Careful! How You Talk To You Matters!
Recognizing and Countering negative self-talk is one of the best things you can do to improve your mood and your experience of life.