One of the most important aspects of a healthy relationship is communication. When both partners understand how to communicate properly, they feel loved, connected and secure. But when effective communication is lacking, both people can become defensive, and the relationship can be mired down in distrust, misunderstanding and resentments. When couples are hitting rock […]
When a Family Member Becomes an Addict
Addiction doesn’t just affect those who are abusing drugs or alcohol, it affects everyone around them as well. When a family member becomes an addict, it is often hard to know the right thing to say or how to act around them. But there are things you can do to help your loved one and […]
5 Easy Ways to Practice Mindfulness
There is a lot of chatter about being more mindful. But what is mindfulness? Simply defined, mindfulness is being locked in the present moment – 100% “dialed in” to the here and now. Research shows practicing mindfulness helps improve focus and reduce anxiety. Many people equate mindfulness practice as meditation; however, being mindful extends far […]
The Importance of Creating & Sharing Goals as a Couple
Many authors, from Viktor Frankl to Deepak Chopra, have discussed the importance of living a purposeful life, one with goals for the future. Purpose allows us to transcend ourselves and create meaningful moments. Frankl believed a pursuit for meaning in life is far more important than the pursuit of happiness, as meaning connects us to […]
What is EMDR?
You might have heard of EMDR and wondered exactly what it is. Some of my clients call it “voodoo,” but I assure you it isn’t! Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is a set of standardized protocols that incorporate elements from many different treatment approaches. It has been researched extensively and proven effective for […]
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