by Christy Aloisio | Mar 4, 2015 | Addiction, Affairs
When people think of addictions it is usually alcohol, drugs, or sex that first pops into their minds. They often think of these addictions that have 12 step support groups and that you hear about quite a bit. People need to know though that you can be addicted to... by Christy Aloisio | Oct 20, 2014 | Anxiety
It seems as though anxiety is running rampant in our society today. I see clients everyday whose anxiety is a problem big enough that it affects their life on a weekly or sometimes even a daily basis. The affects can range from physical symptoms, relational issues,... by Christy Aloisio | Sep 26, 2014 | Communication, Intimacy, Marital Therapy, Uncategorized, Vulnerability
As most brides are walking down the aisle the last thought going through their heads is most likely how difficult it may be one day to open up and be vulnerable with their husbands. Likewise, the grooms waiting at the front of the church are probably in the same boat,... by Christy Aloisio | Jun 12, 2014 | Addiction, Affairs, Shame, Uncategorized
I think many people who have not participated in therapy have some misconceptions of what therapy is and what it is not. Some of these misconceptions are what keep people from coming in and getting the help they may really need. It is a lot easier to look at another’s... by Christy Aloisio | Sep 23, 2011 | Codependent, Self-Help
We have finally come to the last characteristic of codependency, being passive in a relationship. Often feelings of being wronged or used; also called being “victimy” come with this trait. Feeling victimized in a relationship is the worst issue for a...