by Javan | Nov 8, 2013 | Family Counseling, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy, Self-Help, Uncategorized
Do you ever wonder how your spouse seemed one way when you first met but then turned out to be a totally different person after a few years?? At first, you can’t imagine how this sweet, lovely person could ever be hurtful or angry. Then, after a few years,... by Javan | Oct 15, 2013 | Family Counseling, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy, Self-Help, Uncategorized
Last week I wrote about not being true to your motives and intentions with your loved ones. I gave a few examples of how this “being not your true self” shows up in your family and in your marriage. Today I’ll be going into this shadow version of... by Javan | Sep 18, 2013 | Family Counseling, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy, Self-Help, Uncategorized
Many couples complain of lessening sexual intimacy. This usually is when couples are on the verge of separation or divorce. This is when a therapist is called into the picture. Beginning therapy can be daunting, intimidating, but there is hope after all the therapy... by Javan | Sep 6, 2013 | Family Counseling, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy, Self-Help, Uncategorized
Finding out about an affair is devastating. As the fear of the ultimate abandonment comes to life, the storm of self-blame, insecurity, and self-doubt can spin into oblivion. Sometimes even a bit of temporary insanity can be expected. Affairs can spin a... by Javan | Jul 21, 2013 | Family Counseling, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy, Self-Help, Uncategorized
Resentment is defined as “Bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly.” (Wikipedia, 2013) Feeling piqued and angry, indignation takes energy, is depleting, and taints the truth. This is usually what prompts the need for marriage counseling. Someone...