“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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  • So You Were Unfaithful: Post-Affair Advice

    So you’ve had an affair – now what? You and your partner may find yourselves on a downward spiral of emotional loss, pain and confusion. Reconciliation and emotional healing are difficult, but very possible. It’s vital that you identify the… Continue reading

    So You Were Unfaithful: Post-Affair Advice

  • Love Assumptions – How to Know for Sure

    The way that we show love is learned, not universal. You can’t expect to get love back from people the same way that you express it. I see this issue repeatedly in marriage counseling. Both partners expressing love to their… Continue reading

    Love Assumptions – How to Know for Sure

  • Seven Steps to Self-Care

    As a Therapist, one of the main themes discussed with my clients is how they can put themselves first in terms of Self-Care. Often times we are so busy trying to help others that we put our own needs on… Continue reading

    Seven Steps to Self-Care

  • Sexless Marriage

    Sex is one of the healthiest ways to have fun, connect to and show love to your spouse. This type of intimacy enriches the bond and foundation of your marriage. Unfortunately many couples are secretly struggling with sexless marriages –… Continue reading

    Sexless Marriage

  • Individuation – The Word Every Parent and Teenager Should Know

    Individuation is an extremely important concept, yet so many parents and teenagers are oblivious to it. I place blame on our culture and its lack of emotional intelligence, but blame doesn’t solve the problem. The issue is this: When families… Continue reading

    Individuation – The Word Every Parent and Teenager Should Know

  • Dare to Not Compare

    We have all been guilty of comparing ourselves and our lives to the perceptions we form about the lives of others. While it’s natural to observe those around us; the self-judgment and desire to measure up is what causes us… Continue reading

    Dare to Not Compare

  • Using Empathy to Improve Relationships

    Empathy is at the heart of connection and healthy relationships while sympathy pushes people away. It is easy to be sympathetic unintentionally and send the wrong message. To strengthen relationships and improve your loved one’s feelings of connection and acceptance… Continue reading

    Using Empathy to Improve Relationships

  • Sexual Obsessions

    A paraphilia, in short, is an intense sexual interest(s) that is often obsessive in nature and can disrupt areas of one’s life or cause social issues. It is important to note that to be categorized as any form of paraphilia,… Continue reading

    Sexual Obsessions

  • Fear of Love

    “I don’t know why I resist affection. I guess it’s scary for me.” I have repeatedly heard variations of this phrase both professionally and personally. Many people suffer from a fear of love with no clear awareness of where it… Continue reading

    Fear of Love

  • Is Technology and Social Media Ruling Your Life?

    All too often we see people-young and old alike-glued to their phones. They can’t look away: they’re busy texting, posting selfies to Instagram, scrolling through Facebook and Twitter, and updating their Snapchat story. Are you one of these people? Why… Continue reading

    Is Technology and Social Media Ruling Your Life?

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