Most every couple who has come in for counseling has brought communication issues as one of their problems. Most of the time it was the #1 issue on the list. And for good reason. My books, He Said She Said … Read More
September 16th is National Stepfamily Day, which is a day to recognize these families across the United States. Stepfamilies are a type of blended family where two families come together to create a new family. In the USA, over 30% … Read More
We have heard tropes and clichés about relationships since we were young. Watching friends turn into lovers, seeing the good girl and the rebel get together or a one-night stand turns into a relationship, and yearning for a happily-ever-after have … Read More
Communication is one of the most common reasons couples end up in a therapist’s office. Good communication is a vital part of a good marriage, and it plays a big part in keeping relationships together. On the reverse side, poor … Read More
Lots of people talk about how to get a healthy relationship. Getting one is easy but keeping one is the challenge. We can all be of a certain mindset when we are trying to get our needs met and please … Read More
There will come a time when the children are off to college or just going out on their own. Some parents will be happy to have their lives become less hectic; others will grieve that their child-raising years are over. … Read More