Reigniting the Spark: Small Shifts That Build Big Intimacy
Reigniting the Spark: Small Shifts That Build Big Intimacy These days, it’s not just the usual busyness that strains relationships—many couples are also carrying the weight of extraordinary stress and uncertainty. Ongoing sociopolitical unrest, climate …
Understanding Boundaries in Relationships: A Therapist’s Perspective
As a marriage and family therapist, one of the most common topics I discuss with clients is boundaries. Healthy boundaries are essential for building and maintaining fulfilling relationships, yet they are often misunderstood or overlooked. …
Thriving with ADHD: Practical Tips for Daily Management
Living with Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can present unique challenges in daily life. Living with ADHD myself, I know firsthand how frustrating it can be to understand and navigate the daily challenges of ADHD. With …
Strengthening Your Relationship: The Power of Couples Therapy
Building and maintaining a healthy, fulfilling relationship takes effort, understanding, and effective communication. However, even the most loving couples face challenges and roadblocks that can strain their bond. During these trying times, couples therapy can …
Emotional Bank Account
I often find sharing this simple, research-based concept to be very helpful with many couples I work with. In a six-year follow-up study of newlywed couples, Dr. John Gottman found that those who remained married …
What is Medical Family Therapy?
What is Medical Family Therapy? “So what exactly is Medical Family Therapy (MedFT)?” – This is a question I often hear when I tell people about my doctoral training. MedFT interweaves teachings from a biopsychosocial-spiritual …
