by Javan | Apr 4, 2014 | Family Counseling, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy, Self-Help, Uncategorized
It takes courage to be vulnerable, to love, to believe, to know, even in dark times, that the truth is worth knowing. Getting to the truth can be hard. Children know truth, that’s why the phrase, “kids say the darndest things” is so popular. As we... by Javan | Mar 21, 2014 | Abandonment, Affairs, Marriage
Abandonment issues are all over the world. Everyone experiences loss at some point or another in their lives. But the abandonment issues I am discussing today, on my video, and in this week’s blog are deeper and more pervasive than the stereotypical “I... by Javan | Mar 24, 2013 | Marital Therapy, Uncategorized
Marital, individual, couples or family therapy is designed to help you identify personal struggles and make healthy changes. Therapy is not just about a painful childhood. Many of my clients have what they call “a normal childhood.” Some of my clients have... by Javan | Feb 3, 2013 | Marital Therapy, Uncategorized
What is shame? How does it work? Is it something to avoid or learn from? Do you find yourself thinking any of the following? I have to prove myself to others I have to hide who I am on this inside to others I can’t handle my insecurities I feel guilty and... by Javan | Apr 5, 2012 | Marital Therapy, Uncategorized
“So, what happens next? How does my abandonment work in my marriage?” What happens next is our defenses kick into high gear. As adults, in our relationships, we can feel enraged, jealous, insecure, uncertain, anxious, and then blame something or someone...