Gratitude… how do we practice it? Why is it important? I’m featured as an expert on this topic in a collaborative article. My contribution is listed as #6. Take a look, and let me know what you think! http://personaldevelopmentcafe.com/how-to-practice-gratitude/ Read more…
Your Relationship: #1 Thing You Can Do
This brief article will illustrate a necessary tool for you to help your relationship thrive. Your Greatest Gift to Your Partner Read more…
Stress and Worry, Defined by a Child
A very young client taught me this week that “stress is when we want the ‘idea light bulb’ to turn on, but worry keeps it turned off.” There is nothing more precious than a child’s perspective. Read more…
How to Talk to a Friend About Therapy
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist, licensed in the state of California. In my practice, Read more…
What is Psychotherapy? A Brief Introduction
Have you ever wondered if counseling/psychotherapy could be helpful for you or someone that you love? Sometimes it is hard to know how or where to start exploring the option of therapy. Researching therapy and therapists can be challenging, especially when we are concerned about how others may view our interest in seeking therapy. Let’s […] Read more…
Parenting: Sending Signals to Your Teen
Today’s world provides many unique challenges for a parent of a teenager. In this brief article, Dr. Dan Siegel reminds us how and why face-to-face communication and basic, true connection is so vital for relationships between parent and adolescent. Whole communicating effectively with our family can be a great challenge, this article helps us to […] Read more…
Relationship Advice: What to do when you are being “strung along”
Please take a look at my contribution to the newest article on decodinghim.com. In this collaborative article, experts share thoughts and advice about what to do when your partner or love interest may be leading you on. My tips are listed as #5 in this article: http://decodinghim.com/what-to-do-when-you-are-being-strung-along/ # 5. Follow the 3 tips below 1. […] Read more…
Great Resource for Parents
Please take a moment to check out this brand new resource for parents like you. My friend and fellow parent-educator Sherlyn Pang Luedtke has a new book out- “The Mommy Advantage: How Having Kids Can Make You Happier, Healthier, and Wealthier.” To celebrate, we’re giving away great bonus gifts! Wouldn’t it be great to have more ease and joy […] Read more…
How to Have Intimacy
I am featured in this column about intimacy, and I would love to hear your thoughts. I am contributor #1 in article. http://decodinghim.com/how-to-be-more-intimate-with-him/ Read more…
How to Improve Your Self Worth
I am proud to be part of this collaborative column. Check out my contribution, number 11. How To Improve Your Self-Worth http://decodinghim.com/how-to-improve-your-self-worth/ Read more…