At the time I am writing, our local Pride parade was this past weekend. I was reflecting on the process a lot of our clients go through when coming out to family and friends. It can truly be a terrifying process. No one is given a clear road map for where they are going or… Continue Reading
If you’re in a romantic relationship, you have likely noticed that there are moments in which your connection physically and emotionally with your partner increases and decreases. This tends to be based on different periods or phases in your relationship. Although it is common for emotional and physical connection to fluctuate, there are things that… Continue Reading
Intimacy is important in relationships, and I am not just talking about sex. I am talking about the sense of emotional vulnerability and connection to your partner. But when our relationships are struggling, it can be hard to find that connection. You might not even fight often, but you feel yourself drifting apart. And when… Continue Reading
Taking care of our mental health is extremely important to thrive in our daily life at home, work, school, and relationships. But, if you are struggling with depression (feeling low emotionally, lack of energy, lacking interest in things, etc), then it has likely become a challenge to thrive in different areas of your life. Read… Continue Reading
Okay, okay. Mental health month is over but that doesn’t mean you still can’t focus on your mental health, right? I mean it’s always a good time to do take care of yourself and focus on your mental health. But before starting this process, ask yourself how your mental health is currently? What are you… Continue Reading
Reconnecting with a difficult parent can be very difficult for adult children. No one tells us what parent/child relationships are supposed to look like as adults. Emotional hurts that go unattended have a can drive a wedge between family members. And what seems like the smallest amount of distance just grows over time. Next thing… Continue Reading
That question comes up in all kinds of different ways. For some, it comes up early in the relationship; and for others it comes up a after several months or even years. You usually start asking yourself this question when you find yourself thinking about marriage or moving in together. The exact question you ask… Continue Reading
Summer Lovin’ Had me a Blast. Summer Lovin’ Happened so fast. Remember the days of summer lovin’? It seems like it really was out of a movie. Those care free summer days where you could spend time cuddling under the stars seem like they’re long gone. But they don’t have to be. Just because you’re… Continue Reading
It is always unsettling to feel lost and unfocused in life. And unfortunately, at some point, everyone loses focus in their life and tends to feel overwhelmed as a result. If you are feeling lost in life, you are likely lacking focus and a sense of direction. Get your life focused and back in the… Continue Reading
Couples often struggle with when to take a break when fighting. A lot of the time, it can feel like things spiral out of our control very quickly. Taking a break will be more effective if done before you are both through the roof and angry. It can help you slow things down enough to… Continue Reading