Relationship Solutions

  I often hear people say " I need to vent," which usually means they want to blow of steam, let it all out and just get all the negativity out of their system. This can be useful in counseling, especially if it is about something that has be suppressed for a long time. Counseling… Read More

  In the past few weeks several women have come to my office for help with their romantic relationships. They are frustrated, sad, disappointed and often at the end of their rope. This is pretty common, as most people don't seeking counseling unless they are distressed or unhappy. But recently I've encountered a recurring theme with… Read More

Reiventing Feminism Often when I use the word feminism or make reference to feminist beliefs I get awkward pauses in  casual conversation or puzzled looks  from the people I am speaking with. For many people when they think of feminism the old-school images (in slang sometimes referred to as "Fem-Nazis") of masculine, aggressive, angry women (that are focused exclusively… Read More

We recently celebrated the most romantic holiday of the year: Valentine's Day. As the holiday came about I had several people ponder, in session, if they are a relationship with a partner that they can truly love for a lifetime. Many people spoke of the positive qualities of their partner; how much they appreciate them and… Read More

 When planning a wedding you're likely to experience a whirlwind of emotions; excitement, elation, joy, anxitey and stress. American culture focuses exclusively on the updside of getting married, but the truth is that along with the happiness comes alot of work and some natural anxiety. Getting married means transitioning from your current (single) identity, to a combined identity (as… Read More

Engagement is something that our culture celebrates and endorses as a time of bliss, excitement and joy. When joining lives there are many things to celebrate; a new future, begining a new identity and joining another family. What is often down played and suppressed by our society is the other side of getting married. Marriage involved… Read More

  Premarital Counseling is a way for engaged couples to learn more about themselves, their partners, and their relationship before they are married. It usually consists of about 5-8, 50 minute couples counseling sessions with a therapist. Many of these therapists uses personality or temperament tests to help educate couples on how their personality work both together in harmony… Read More

I have heard the phrase "Go Big or Go Home" many times, often in reference to sports or work. But, I think it applies to many aspects of life, particularly LOVE. When we share our lives with others; partners, children, parents, and friends, there is nothing more important with than our relationships. By giving attention… Read More

As I watched this classic American Movie this holiday season I experienced a myriad of emotions. It is a powerful film that takes many twists and turns as viewers follow the life of the main character.  The movie features both sides of humanity; good an bad, dark and light, greed and generosity. And for that reason… Read More