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Loving Again

Love is a remarkable and complex emotion that can take us on unexpected journeys. It has the power to transform our lives, presenting us with new opportunities for growth…

Welcoming a New Baby, a Multi-Generational Perspective

A grandmother’s thoughts: A Leap of Faith My daughter, Alison and her husband, Tom, just had a baby girl. She was born a month premature and is now about…

Divorce/Breakup: Unveiling the Benefits of a Support Group

You never imagine that you would break up the once blissful and loving relationship. The happily ever after was in your forever.  After a series of events, you find…

The Ties that Bind Adult Children and Parents

Nurturing Adult Parent-Child Connections In the complex tapestry of human relationships, few bonds hold as much significance as the one between parents and their adult children. This intricate dance…

Support Your Partner’s Depression and Strengthen Your Relationship

Depression significantly affects the sufferer as well as, everyone around them. This is particularly true for partners in an intimate relationship. Depression is one of the most common mental…
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“The Stealthy Symptoms of Depression”

According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder can include depressed mood, diminished interest or pleasure in activities, significant weight loss…
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Make Meaning: Are You Navigating the Grief Journey?

Grieving a parent is complex work  As infants, we rely upon our parental figures and caregivers for constant support. We seek them out for food, nourishment, love, and attention….
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How Does it Feel to Be a Housewife in 2023?

My 10-year-old daughter posed the question that, threw me for a loop. She asked, ‘Mommy what is a housewife?’ My eyes opened wide with the look of utter surprise….
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Keeping the Love You Find™ a workshop for individuals

Finding the One Finding one’s true love has been the dream of lovers throughout history…The bubble of romantic love will burst and you will find yourself locked in a…

Help! How to Write My Wedding Vows

Crying Out for Love My fiancé and I are getting married next month, and the process of planning a wedding as a couples counselor is an interesting one. As…

DRY JANUARY IS OVER, Now What?

How bad can it really be for you? Like many, I was aware that my alcohol consumption had been creeping up since the beginning of Covid. So I took…

Blame, Shame, and Criticism in Your Relationship is Toxic

Criticism, defined as the expression of disapproval or disappointment, can take many forms and can range from constructive feedback to harsh or attacking statements. In this article, criticism is…