It’s easy to fall into the trap of prioritizing work above all else. Our culture teaches us to believe that success is measured by how much we achieve in our careers. As a result, we often find ourselves neglecting other aspects of our lives, including our relationships with our spouses, our children, and most importantly,ContinueContinue reading “Flipping Priorities: Why Self-Care Should Come First”
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Couples Counseling: The Four Horsemen
In the Book of Revelation, The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse are described as death, famine, war, and conquest. In couples counseling, the Four Horseman of Relationship Apocalypse are often described as criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling. These are the destructive relational patterns identified in Dr. John Gottman’s research that are common to unhappy couples.ContinueContinue reading “Couples Counseling: The Four Horsemen”
FAQs
What services do you offer? I provide a range of counseling services to address various mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship issues, personal growth, and existential issues. I offer support and guidance tailored to your needs. How do I schedule a counseling session? Simply click on the “Schedule Appointment” button. Follow theContinueContinue reading “FAQs”
9 Benefits of Spiritual Counseling
Many people find that a healthy spiritual life is important to their overall mental health and well-being. Many counselors and therapists, myself included, recognize and incorporate spiritual and existential dimensions for those who find it relevant to their personal growth and healing. Below are some ways in which a spiritual focus can facilitate therapy. 1ContinueContinue reading “9 Benefits of Spiritual Counseling”
Partners on Opposite Sides of the Mountain
We often make the mistake of assuming that our view of a relationship is the onlycorrect view. We tend to see the relationship from our perspective, and we get mad orfrustrated when our partner doesn’t see it like we see it. And when our attempts toconvince or persuade our partner to see it our wayContinueContinue reading “Partners on Opposite Sides of the Mountain”
Introversion or Social Anxiety: What’s the Difference?
Introversion and social anxiety are two distinct psychological concepts that are often easily confused. Their overlapping characteristics can result in behaviors that look similar, but are actually driven by very different motors. Understanding the differences can help distinguish the two. Introversion is a personality trait. Introverts typically feel content in solitude or in small, intimateContinueContinue reading “Introversion or Social Anxiety: What’s the Difference?”
What is Emotional Cutoff?
Emotional cutoff is not necessarily a conscious decision. It’s more like a switch that flips in your head.
The Art of Doing It Anyway
Feeling gloomy? Doing something you might not want to do can be a simple but powerful way to start feeling better and getting back to enjoying the things you love.
Family Therapy
Our family defines us. Shapes and molds us. For better or worse, our family has by far the biggest influence on who we become.
Thinking About Couples Counseling?
If you are reading this, you might be wondering if you need couples counseling. I’m not here to say you do or don’t. Only you can decide that. But having experienced couples counseling myself, I would say that EVERYONE can benefit from it, even if they don’t necessarily NEED it.