Warning: YouTube plus animals may equal hours of laughing depending on how much charge you have left on your device. All of us may have been sucked into the endless funny cat or dog video compilations that crack us up, producing audible laughter, even if you are alone in the room. You may not notice
I spend a great deal of time with couples, discussing relationships. I have found that most conflict boils down to a willingness to be vulnerable with one another. It sounds so easy, and yet it takes insight, courage and bringing light to your own shame. We all carry shame, which most likely started at a
Many people do not understand that depression can be a gift. It is a signal to yourself that something needs to change. Our negative emotions can be considered a stimulus for change. Depression is a time when a person pulls away from life to go within and re-evaluate the way they are living and where
I just want to say thank you to all the brave men who choose to participate in therapy. In the not-so-distant past, therapy was thought, by the typical male, as a sign of weakness. As I have continued my practice, I have witnessed more and more men participate in therapy. I applaud the courageous new
Today’s society has changed and is changing rapidly. It is difficult in these times, to find authentic connection to others, yet I hear almost daily, that people want more friendships or just real connection with others. Social media, with all of it’s positives, is also not always realistic. People tend to post the highlights of
Anxiety is the most common reason people seek mental health treatment. In these times of COVID-19, social media comparison, overly busy lives and the stress of; relationships, work and family, I am seeing more and more people reaching out to deal with anxiety. Life has changed significantly since I was young and I cannot imagine
As a therapist, it is important to never judge another’s lifestyle. I have treated many people over the years who do not live the “traditional” lifestyle. Life is changing rapidly and what was “normal” when I was growing up has changed remarkably, allowing for freedom of expression. I have a great deal of respect for