Nov 16Do You Have Boundaries?Having boundaries is a significant part of self-care. Do you need them? Are they good for you? Read this post to learn more! Download a FREE PDF to discover what your boundaries are here! When we think of boundaries, we often don’t think of them as part of our self-care…Relationships9 min readRelationships9 min read
Oct 12Is Your Relationship Healthy?If you want to know if your relationship has what it takes to be healthy, you’re going to want to read this post to find out! Relationships are complicated. As a therapist who has worked with couples for many years, I’ve seen everything from the broken, to the hopeful to…Relationships9 min readRelationships9 min read
Sep 145 Ways to Handle BIG Life ChangesLife changes or transitions are sometimes foreseen and other times not.Here are 5 ways to handle life changes to help you through! Life happens right? Just when we feel like we are in a groove and have a smile on our faces, suddenly we find ourselves in the rain, or…Psychology13 min readPsychology13 min read
Aug 2How to Plan a Sane Family VacationEspecially if you have small children, planning a vacation may seem like a lot of work. Here, we simplify planning to make your vacation happy and actually happen! A family vacation, especially with small children can seem like it’s more hassle than it’s worth. If you have multiple children under…Family9 min readFamily9 min read
Jul 19Are You Really Listening to Those You Care About?Communication can be hard, especially with those we care about. In this post, find out if you are really listening to those you care about! Listening can be both simple and complex. Today we are more distracted than ever! There is so much content to consume, and so many notifications…Relationships7 min readRelationships7 min read
Jun 15Empathy vs SympathyWhat’s better empathy or sympathy? Most get these two mixed up, so let’s learn what’s better for ourselves and those we communicate with. Intro Empathy has become a buzzword, yet I continue to see a lack of it in practice, causing communication mishaps and relational congestion at work and home…Relationships11 min readRelationships11 min read
May 18The Pros & Cons of a 5-year PlanThe dreaded question no one likes in an interview: “What is your 5-year plan?” In this post, learn the pros and cons of the 5-year plan. When I’m helping clients prep for job interviews, this question is often asked and I can tell you that the “What’s is your 5-year…Goals8 min readGoals8 min read
Apr 20Predictability vs. SpontaneityWhat’s better, a predictable or spontaneous life? Read this to find! Do you know what I like about Starbucks? I like that I can go to Starbucks anywhere, order my bacon egg bites, and a grande caramel macchiato with oat milk and it will taste the same. Every. Single. Time…Mindset6 min readMindset6 min read
Mar 16Aging Wisdom with TimeAging doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom. There are a lot of positives to where you came from, who you are, and the wisdom of it all! Another trip around the sun. In my early thirties, and I’m not sure why, but people started to dread them. 30…Self Improvement6 min readSelf Improvement6 min read
Feb 163 Must-have Conversations with your PartnerOften, when we become comfortable in relationships, we forget to have these 3 must-have conversations that keep it going strong. In the days when I practiced couples therapy, I would kick off the start of conversations by first asking the couple to introduce their partner by telling me 3 positive…Relationships5 min readRelationships5 min read
