As a therapist, I often have a front row seat to relationship miracles. Well, okay, there are no miracles really. The fact is “fixing” a relationship takes work. It takes two people wanting it to work and then putting in the effort. Having said that, I have seen couples go from nearly ending it to being back in […]
Why Timing is Everything When it Comes to Marriage Counseling
Seeking help from a marriage counselor is not unlike seeking help from a mechanic. It makes little sense to take your car into the shop a month after it started making a horrific noise. By that time, too much damage may have been done and your engine may be beyond repair. By the same token, the effectiveness […]
SIGNS THAT YOUR RELATIONSHIP MAY BE IN TROUBLE
There are many reasons why it is so difficult to be in a relationship with the ones you love. When talking about romantic relationships, there are many differences that people often forget to consider. Here are some examples: Family – People come from different families with different backgrounds. Each family has their own “beliefs” that […]
DOES MY CHILD NEED A THERAPIST?
You have observed that your child is not behaving like before. He or she might be a little “down” or irritated. Or you’ve observed more angry-like behaviors or withdrawn in your child/teen. At times, you might get feedback from your child’s teacher, who has observed anxious or depressive behaviors, and you wonder – “What’s going […]