Posted: February 7, 2016
I challenged myself this month by having to post every day on social media for 29 days. I did this because I dislike social media but I also know that it is good for expanding my business and getting people to know whom I…
Posted: January 18, 2016
I recently had a request to write about what it is like having pets after baby (A.B.). I have three dogs, 2 cats, a fish and a 17-month old. Therefore, I feel fully equipped to write this post. I, like many other “fur mamas”, loved…
Posted: November 13, 2015
We see our families more often during the holiday season than any other time. Coincidently, we see our therapist less. I always get a ton of phone calls after the holiday season regarding family stress and meltdowns that occurred over the break. It is ironic…
Posted: July 25, 2015
Here it is folks. The list of things I have been doing instead of writing. #1 Taking care of my home and 10-month old daughter full time. I mean everything. From soup to nuts. These days, with the exception of contributing financially, I have been…
Posted: July 15, 2015
Reinhold Niebuhr wrote the famed serenity prayer. In short it states,”Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” Profound words to live by in my opinion. Needing to…
Posted: July 10, 2015
The last of my six steps to conflict resolution is: ” tune into your listening sensitivity.” Essentially, be your own therapist. One of the cornerstones of providing good therapy is listening. If you aren’t listening to your clients you cannot help them. The same is true for your relationship. One would…