Spring break is around the corner and high school students are wondering where their family will be going. Many college freshmen are hoping their parents will give them enough money so they can go to Mexico or Florida. Many high school and college students feel they are entitled to spring break because they have to […]
Navigating Complex Extended Family Problems with Dr. Karen Rippy Dealing with extended family issues can be a complex and challenging journey. It often involves a mix of personalities, expectations, and cultural differences, making the family dynamics intricate. However, there’s hope in effectively managing these relationships with the right guidance and support. Understanding Family Dynamics: Recognizing […]
Have you ever found yourself in a standoff with a daunting task, knowing you should start, but instead, you end up deep-cleaning your kitchen? Or perhaps you’ve suddenly realized that your dog needs an immediate and thorough bath just as you’re about to sit down with your tax forms? If this sounds familiar, you’re not […]
In the rapidly evolving landscape of personal and professional development, the role of a life coach has become increasingly significant. Life coaching, once perceived as a luxury or an ambiguous service, is now recognized for its profound impact on individuals seeking to enhance their lives. Here are seven compelling reasons why working with a life […]
Working with children and adolescents I have had many parents ask about 504 plans and Individual Educational Plans (IEP). Parents tend to focus on the assistance their child may need in elementary or high school due to a learning disability or mental health issues. Working over 25 years as a psychotherapist, what I have observed […]
Most boys and teenage boys have grown up hearing a stereotype about what it takes “to be a man.” While many teenage boys may not agree with the stereotype, they are afraid to deviate from it because they don’t want to be labeled as “gay.” According to the research, this stereotype typically leads boys to […]
Dr. Gayle MacBride was recently interviewed for the “Women in Wellness” series by Authority Magazine (owned by Medium.com) about her: “Five Lifestyle Tweaks That Will Help Support People’s Journey Towards Better Wellbeing.” Check it out here. And if you just want the tips, here’s a direct link to the video. Veritas Psychology Partners offers telehealth […]
That’s a question Dr. Gayle MacBride gets from time to time, so she put together some thoughts to help guide people in similar situations. Becoming friends with an ex’s new partner is very tricky and for the most part isn’t something that people do for all the reasons you can imagine: This is emotionally complex and will […]
A client recently asked Dr. Gayle MacBride about Cameron Diaz’s comment about sleeping in separate bedrooms. Here’s Dr. MacBride’s response. A growing number of Americans are choosing to sleep separately. There can be some benefits to this arrangement, but there can also be a cost associated with it. The benefit of sleeping in separate rooms may include getting […]
Recently, Dr. Gayle MacBride was asked just that. Here’s her response: When I am lonely I try to identify what might be causing that feeling. I’m an ambivert and need a good balance of social contact and alone time. If I realize that I need some social time, then I think about which friend might be able […]
