Over the past years children and teenagers have had to cope with a lot of emotions. The main emotions they have been facing are anxiety, depression, fear and grief. These emotions have reached epidemic levels (CDC) and many children and teenagers are requiring psychotherapy. However, the number of children and teens needing therapy is so […]
As a child psychotherapist, I hear from many parents about their concerns for their child when there is a divorce. A divorce is a stressful event on the entire family including the children. However, there are ways parents can reduce the stress, but they do not. The most common mistake I see is using the […]
Every couple argues. The real question isn’t whether you disagree-it’s how you handle those disagreements. A fight tears you apart. A healthy debate brings you closer, even when you don’t agree. Many couples come to therapy thinking conflict means failure, but the truth is: conflict is inevitable. What matters is whether your conflict is constructive. […]
When couples seek help for relationship struggles, they often focus on communication issues, emotional distance, or unresolved conflict. But there’s another piece of the puzzle that can’t be overlooked: sex. For many couples, sexual dissatisfaction isn’t just a private issue — it’s a relational one. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Couples […]
Sexual intimacy can feel like a warm, heart-lifting embrace—a moment where you and your partner truly see each other. But for some couples, unseen weights from sexual or religious trauma can dim that glow, making closeness feel heavy or uneven. True connection blooms when both partners feel safe and equal. Let’s gently explore these hidden […]
When Trauma Intertwines Healing from trauma is like tending a garden—every part of the soil needs care for the whole to thrive. For many, sexual trauma and religious trauma are deeply rooted and often interconnected experiences that shape how we see ourselves, our relationships, and the world. Understanding their connection is a powerful and gentle […]
Anxiety has a way of sneaking in quietly. Sometimes it’s obvious—your heart races, your palms sweat, your thoughts spin like a wheel that won’t stop turning. Other times it’s subtle, more like a background hum that makes everything harder. You’re not broken for feeling this. You’re human. What matters is having tools you can actually […]
Is your family struggling to communicate effectively? Do you often find yourself caught in cycles of conflict, miscommunication, or emotional distance? If so, the Circle of Trust Family Healing Sessions could be your opportunity to rebuild connections, deepen understanding, and lay the foundation for a healthier, happier home environment. This transformative 12-week program was designed […]
Self-esteem affects us in many ways throughout our lives. It is that feeling of self-worth that we as individuals place upon ourselves. It is highly subjective, based on how we feel about ourselves, more than our actual skills or abilities in any area. We can see it as a result of our level of self-acceptance […]
Healing Childhood Wounds Through Inner Child Work Why Childhood Wounds Still Shape Adult Life Many of the patterns that trip us up in adulthood—anxiety, reactivity, people‑pleasing, avoidance—aren’t random. They’re learned adaptations that once kept us safe. When those strategies become rigid, they block intimacy, confidence, and ease. Inner child work gives us a way to […]
