“The most terrifying thing is to accept oneself completely. But it is only in such acceptance that true freedom begins, for when we stop fighting who we are, we release the energy to grow into what we may yet become.”

— Carl Jung

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  • Achieve Assertiveness in 3 Steps

    The way in which we communicate determines the reaction and treatment we receive from others. Assertive communication is commonly misperceived as being harsh and aggressive. However, it is the most effective style of communication for any healthy relationship. Assertiveness allows… Continue reading

    Achieve Assertiveness in 3 Steps

  • “They Don’t Deserve My Forgiveness!” – But YOU Do!

    This is a common phrase I heard amongst many past clients who struggled to come to terms with their pain and the person(s) who caused it. Forgiveness is not for those who wronged you, but for your own peace of… Continue reading

    “They Don’t Deserve My Forgiveness!” – But YOU Do!

  • My Spouse is an Addict!

    Being in a relationship where one partner suffers from addiction can be extremely chaotic and confusing. You love your partner, so your natural reaction to their addiction may be to rescue or change them. While it’s reasonable to support your… Continue reading

    My Spouse is an Addict!

  • Meditation for Mental Health: Why It Works

    There’s a lot of recent hype about the powerful effects the practice of meditation has on our wellbeing. Though just now being widely accepted as a scientifically proven method of the treatment of anxiety, stress management and a number of… Continue reading

    Meditation for Mental Health: Why It Works

  • If I Could Tell All Couples Just One Thing – Advice From a Couples Counselor

    I asked one of my mentors who work professionally with many couples for decades, if she had just one thing to share with every couple that she meets, what would it be? Stop arguing about events – argue about feelings.… Continue reading

    If I Could Tell All Couples Just One Thing – Advice From a Couples Counselor

  • Don’t Let Bad Habits Ruin Your Success

    Knowing how your mind works and how to find your own path is very important, but it isn’t enough. I’ve seen it happen far too often – therapists help their clients find happiness, but don’t teach them how to hang… Continue reading

    Don’t Let Bad Habits Ruin Your Success

  • Ending Your Victim Mindset

    After experiencing a childhood full of disappointment, relationship issues, or other troubling life events, many people unconsciously cope by embracing a victim mindset. Common characteristics of this type of mentality include: If you need help reframing your victim mindset, follow… Continue reading

    Ending Your Victim Mindset

  • The Era of Social Media Depression

    Recently many people have voiced their concerns to me about experiencing undesirable feelings surrounding social media; symptoms I now entitle as social media induced depression or what can be referenced as a form of “smiling depression”. You may be familiar… Continue reading

    The Era of Social Media Depression

  • Healthy Boundaries for Healthy Relationships

    Relationships are at the core of a happy life for many of us, so knowing how to have healthy relationships is very important. One key factor for healthy relationships is knowing boundaries and limits. Without boundaries, relationships can become uncomfortable… Continue reading

    Healthy Boundaries for Healthy Relationships

  • Perfecting the Art of Positive Self-Talk, Start Believing in You

    Have you ever heard the saying, “Be careful of what you say about yourself, because you are listening”? The truth is what we say about ourselves, has a huge impact on how we feel about ourselves, our surroundings, our lives… Continue reading

    Perfecting the Art of Positive Self-Talk, Start Believing in You

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