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Domestic violence (DV) is a systemic and coercive pattern of behaviors that is intended to gain power and control over one’s intimate partner through fear, intimidation and injury. DV can happen in all types of relationships (married, unmarried, heterosexual, gay,...
What is this explosive feeling filled with excitement that lasts but a moment and leaves you craving for more? Some people want to sleep right after because they are overwhelmed by so much excitement, while other individuals will act as if it’s the beginning of ...
If you’ve ever been bullied, you know how bad it feels. Bullying is a big problem and it can lead to low self esteem, poor body image, self harm, social isolation, decreased academic achievement, anxiety and depression. Bullying robs you of your personal power ...
Many of us have heard of the word vulnerability but what does it really mean? I have heard from many clients that they thought being vulnerable meant being weak. I challenge that belief right away. Being vulnerable is a great strength and takes lots of courage.
As parents, we often forget that kids are kids and they will learn from their mistakes. The question is, how do we make sure our children are learning from the mistakes they make? The answer is simple. We need to make sure that we are modeling, giving them ...
The following is a definition of perfectionism: Perfectionism is characterized by a person's striving for flawlessness and setting excessively high performance standards, accompanied by overly critical self-evaluations and concerns regarding others' evaluations.
With the end of the year holiday fun, also comes stress. We stress over catching up on work before taking time off, we stress over party planning, we stress over gift giving, and on and on….
Alcohol is the substance of choice for many underage children. It is estimated that one third of youth begin to drink before the age of 13. Research also...
“Eat, drink, and be merry!:” it’s a phrase with biblical origins and a mandate for the holidays, but living up...
Recently, the press has focused on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), which is the result of an incident where the individual has...
In my last blog, I gave tips on how to prepare for indulging at holiday parties. Today, I’d like to give you 5 tips on how...
Eating disorder awareness is instrumental in the health and well-being of boys/girls and men/women of all ages. In the United States alone, 30...
Many people that come to therapy are terrified of feeling. They suffer from anxiety and/or depression. When we finally identify the root of their present...
This seems like a silly tradition to continue, in this day and age. Sadie Hawkin’s Day (and related d...
If you feel awkward or uncomfortable, you are definitely not alone. For most parents, sex topic discussions are one of the most complex and emot...
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) is a “science-validated approach” that gives people a new perspective and understanding of their...
Communication is key. I find that whether I am working with couples in therapy, consulting on workplace disputes, or helping physicians convey com...
September is designated as pain awareness month. With that in mind, it seems fitting that a pain psychologist offer some advice on how to manage the di...
As Hamlet pondered whether it was better to live or die in Shakespeare’s “Hamlet”, my clients are always pondering .. ...
When reflecting about the passing 2014, did you find that the 2014 resolutions did not make it past the first month? Here are some simple reminders...
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