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To Curse or Not to Curse: The Benefits of Swearing in Therapy
In an interview from April 2018, James Comey, former director of the FBI, spoke about the difference between the language he used publicly as the director of the FBI and the way he speaks ... Read More
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How to Change a Bad Habit in 10 Simple Steps
Remember those New Year’s resolutions you made over the holidays, the ones about changing bad habits? How’s it going? Getting in the habit of doing something differently can be incredibly ... Read More
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Want to Save Your Relationship? Tell the Truth About Your Affair
Affair discovery is one of the most traumatic things that can happen in a relationship. Many people who have not experienced infidelity do not understand how earth-shattering discovery ... Read More
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How to Tell If a Friend Is Toxic (and What to Do About It)
Our relationships are important. The people we spend our time with set the tone for whether we end up being authentically who we are made to be. Friends are there to support us when we ... Read More
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The Long-Lasting Mental Health Effects of Family Separation
Since the United States Department of Justice announced its “Zero Tolerance Policy for Criminal Illegal Entry,” over 2,000 children have been separated from their guardians. Affected ... Read More
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Parenting a Toddler? Understanding the Stages of Development Can Help
I am a therapist. But I am also a mother of three young children. And as I navigate the challenging yet rewarding years of parenthood, I am thankful for my psychology background and training. It ... Read More
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Overcoming the Stigma of Sexual Assault: Know the Facts
Sexual assault refers to a variety of crimes that use sex as a weapon. Sexual assault could include rape, incest, child molestation, groping strangers on the street, and other illegal acts. People ... Read More
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Take Time to Slow Down: The Benefits of Mindfulness and Meditation
In my work with people who are facing things like stress, anxiety, or trauma, I often talk about the importance of making time for relaxation and self-care. Relaxation techniques, mindfulness, ... Read More
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Growing Together, Individually: We Are Designed to Love Autonomously
In part 1 of this series, we touched upon the blissful and frightening states that can occur when we feel merged with a partner whom we love. These states are drawn from our earliest experiences ... Read More
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Differentiation and Merging: Bridging the Chasm Between Me and We
“NO, that’s NOT what I mean.” “How could you say that?” “I wasn’t finished. Where are you going?” At first glance, sudden and intense misattunement between partners may ... Read More
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How to Refer Someone to Therapy (and How Not To)
The decision to initiate any interpersonal relationship is anxiety-provoking, and the decision to talk with a therapist might be uniquely so. When we decide to meet with a therapist, we ... Read More
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How Naming the Emotions That Emerge in Our Dreams Helps Us Heal
One of the least talked-about aspects of dreaming is emotions. These strange creatures have stirred up many a restless night in the form of fear, anger, or despair. They take many shapes ... Read More