Holiday stress associated with family gatherings is a common topic of conversation and the subject of many jokes. A client brought me a package of cocktail napkins with an...
Courage – The Mysterious Hidden Power Pellet
by Kathy | Jun 9, 2010
The word 'courage' came up recently and it has really gotten me thinking: Courage is a HUGE component of recovery! I didn't realize it at the time and I'm only now putting this...
Dating – The “Dumpit” List
by Christy Aloisio | Jun 8, 2010
Everyone has heard of the bucket list, but I’m here to present you with the "dumpit" list. Dating after a divorce or breakup can be overwhelmingly intimidating for people. Not...
Divorce – Fear of Being “One of Those People”?
by Christy Aloisio | May 27, 2010
I have heard more than one client facing divorce say something to the effect of “I don’t want to be one of those people!” What they mean is they do not want to be divorced....
Counseling – Let’s start at the beginning!
by Christy Aloisio | May 11, 2010
How did I get into counseling? I was born and raised in Indianapolis with an older brother and a younger brother (yes, I do have middle child syndrome). I went to Decatur Central...
Behind the Veil of Enmeshment
by Kathy | Dec 13, 2009
I am often met with clients who, in the throws of an affair, seem completely out of touch with reality - that's enmeshment. Their spouse can see it, their friends and co-workers...
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