Two Little Words: I’m Sorry
Those two little words, “I’m sorry.” If done right, they can repair and reconnect a relationship. IF. One has to say it with ownership. The tone and sincerity followed by action and behavioral changes also …
I’m In a Relationship… So How Can I Feel So Alone?
“I try to connect with my partner, but he just shuts me down. I have tried to share many times in the past the issues I have regarding my boss, but my partner just criticizes …
Why Is It So Hard for Me to Say No?
Do you find it difficult to say no to friends, co-workers, etc. if they ask for help? Do you tend to value other people’s happiness at the cost of yours? Do you notice yourself getting …
Grief Is Part Of Love
One of the greatest privileges about being a marriage and family therapist is getting to work with an array of people, backgrounds, genders, and various populations. While some issues may be similar, no two clients …
Avoiding Assumptions
In my 15 years of seeing individuals and couples in therapy, I’ve heard just about every version of argument there is. Whether it’s a blowup that started with the laundry not being folded or a …
Depression and Connection, Part 2
In the last blog I wrote about depression, I promised more information on the relationship between connection and depression. Some of my clients have described depression as being like a black hole, or like a …