If you've ever been told that you're "too sensitive" or that you need to "toughen up," you might be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). Being a highly sensitive person isn't just a personality quirk—it's a real trait, which studies show affect about 15-20% of the...
Divorce is a profound life transition marked by emotional upheaval, uncertainty, and the dissolution of a significant relationship. In the midst of this emotional turmoil, some turn to therapy for divorce for guidance and support navigating the complexities of divorce...
People pleasing, the art of prioritizing others' needs and desires at the expense of one's own, may seem like a virtue on the surface. After all, who wouldn't want to be known as the accommodating, agreeable individual who goes out of their way to make others happy?...
When it comes to enhancing your sex life and strengthening the bond with your partner, many couples consider exploring new avenues. One unconventional, but increasingly popular way to spice things up is watching porn with your partner. While the idea of watching porn...
Many people show up to therapy, armed with life's quirks, insecurities, and enough emotional baggage to make an airport security scanner blush. Sadly, they often harbor some hope that their new therapist is a mind-reading wizard, donning a mystical cloak and...
When we were kids, we were taught (hopefully) how to share and play nice with others. However somehow as adults, these early lessons of kindness and respect for others don't always translate into keys to a successful marriage. Whether you are a couple of newlyweds or...
In almost 15 years as a couples counselor dealing with affair recovery, there is probably one statement I've heard more than any other by my clients who've recently learned their spouse had an affair: "I just don't think I will ever get over this." Figuring out how to...
Mental health is much more than a clinical diagnosis. Your mental health also refers to your psychological well-being. If you're like many folks these days, you might be curious how you can improve mental health. Having a healthy psychological well-being means being...
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a widely-known mental health issue that develops in response to various traumatic events. The traces of this mental illness can be tracked throughout the entire history of humanity. But the first description of PTSD as we know...