by Karen | Dec 1, 2013 | Divorce, Grief
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 awkward family photo and the caption I’ll be home for Christmas (and in therapy the day after).... by Javan | Sep 29, 2013 | Family Counseling, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy, Self-Help, Uncategorized
Are you guilty of obsessive love? There’s a quote in the Jerry McGuire movie that always irks me. It is, “You complete me.” One person cannot complete another….this is invasive, creepy, and overly involved. Obsessive love is controlling and... 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 15, 2013 | Family Counseling, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy, Self-Help, Uncategorized
The opportunity for personal growth shows itself everyday in our lives. As a therapist, I am blessed to work with people who desire a better relationship with themselves. We are called to help others, guide others, nurture, challenge and support. Our natural tendency... by Javan | Aug 30, 2013 | Family Counseling, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy, Self-Help, Uncategorized
Butters handles his loneliness and anxiety by sometimes eating my shoes. Heels and All! We had a scare recently where he had gotten into some old doggie meds. That was ruff!! In this picture, Butters is found guilty, expressing his remorse….. Although Butters is...