Have you started the process of looking for a therapist? You may think it doesn't matter who the person is, or that it's ok to just pick the first person that has appointments during times you're available. I will explain why it's important to find the right therapist for you, and offer tips about how to do that in this post. Hope you find it helpful.
Read MoreParents are always looking for ways to be better parents. Many are also coming up with goals/resolutions for the New Year. I discuss my experience over the past year and tell you the most important thing you need to know as a parent going into 2016. Happy New Years!
Read MoreYou've implemented Elf on the Shelf as part of your kid's holiday traditions, but did you realize it could be helping your relationship too? Rituals are important in any relationship and will help you increase your positive interactions. Find out why this is important here and how to do this all year long.
Read MoreUnfortunately, tragedies and challenges are part of our lives. Many people lose hope in the face of difficult times. I would like to share a bit of a personal story about a recent event in my life and some ways to begin the healing process. There can't be a rainbow without a storm.
Read MoreYour partner isn't necessarily doing anything wrong, yet everything he/she is doing is annoying you. You realize that you are about to explode at the next corny joke that comes out of his/her mouth. What can you do to keep your cool and prevent an argument? I provide some easy steps here.
Read MoreDon't just ask for the same old thing or this year's hottest item. Get creative with your holiday wish list and find creative ways to improve your relationship at the same time. It's a win-win. What could be more important than making sure you have a solid foundation and working towards creating the most amazing relationship possible? Read here for some ideas.
Read MoreIf you're going through infertility, the holidays will likely be a challenging time. You may not even be aware of your emotions or the potential to be put in uncomfortable and stressful situations over the course of the season. Here I discuss 6 strategies for getting through the holidays, using your support systems, and enjoying your time with your partner.
Read MoreI get asked often if my life and marriage are perfect because I'm a therapist. The short answer is definitely no. In this post I explore more about what it means to have a relationship with a therapist who is human, not perfect, and able to truly understand your pain.
Read MoreMental health professionals are often misunderstood and misrepresented in the media. Recently Jeb Bush's statements about higher education, specifically psychology majors, has led to the #thispsychmajor Twitter and Facebook campaign. In this post, I talk about different ways to enter the psychology field, various issues that therapists and counselors work with, and have quotes from therapist's from around the country explaining how they help people change their lives.
Read MoreIs the fear of failure of judgment holding you back from sharing your struggles with infertility? Do you find that you are isolating yourself and cutting off social relationships? It's National Face your Fears Day, and time to reach out for support in your infertility journey.
Read MoreHave you ever felt like you and your partner were engaged in DEFCON 5 over what new couch to buy? What was that fight really about? And how do you normally argue with your partner? My guess is, it wasn't really about the couch at all.
Read MoreIf you've even gotten into a conversation about infertility with a friend, it can be difficult, awkward, and anxiety provoking. Even though infertility is fairly common, society is ill-equipped to talk openly and in helpful ways. You are well meaning and strive to be a good friend, but unsure of how to navigate the conversation. Here's a quick cheat sheet to help you get started.
Read MoreHave you heard of self-compassion? In short, it's a way of understanding the human experience of pain and suffering, knowing that everyone suffers, and being compassion about your own inadequacies or short comings. For me, I feel like the language of self-compassion can be hard to connect with, but the ideas are so amazing! Here I break down some of the ideas in a real way that you can embrace.
Read MoreYou may have noticed that with everything you have to do, daily chores, taking care of your baby, going to work, etc., it's difficult to stay connected to your partner. If you think about it, there are opportunities all around us to get closer to your partner. Here I provide 5 simple easy to implement ways to increase intimacy after baby.
Read MoreAre you facing infertility or trouble conceiving? It can be difficult to explain your situation to family and friends, and inevitably they will be asking you questions about when you're having a baby, or another baby, and when they will become grandparents. Learn how to begin talking about infertility so that those difficult conversations don't become hurtful and destructive. You can get the support you need by processing your emotions and communicating your needs clearly.
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