by Javan | Apr 25, 2016 | Anxiety, Relationships, Shame
The stories we tell ourselves influence how we behave, decisions we make, and how we see others and ourselves. What if thoughts we have, make a reality we don’t like? Ask yourself these questions and quickly note the answers: What do you think to yourself when... by Nancy | Mar 21, 2016 | Codependent, Counterdependent, Differentiation, Individual Therapy, Relationships, Uncategorized
By request…today we are going to talk about a way of thinking, a paradigm that will help navigate the waters of relationship with folks that may not always be all that safe. This is a common question I have from clients that are working so hard to develop good... by Javan | Mar 11, 2016 | Codependent, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy
Toxic relationships can include family, friends, co-workers, intimate partners, spouses, just about anyone. Even an acquaintance. Though toxic relationships tend to seem okay on the surface, they are often destructive. You can identify a toxic relationship with some... by Nancy | Feb 3, 2016 | Depression, Shame, Uncategorized
While it may seem that these words are synonyms, there is a difference between guilt and shame. A very important difference, actually. I just made myself some wild mountain blueberry coffee, so join me for a minute, hopefully with your favorite beverage, and a warm... by Javan | Jan 15, 2016 | Individual Therapy, Relationships
We don’t often think about the realm between expectation and reality. Usually, people move through life believing and trusting that everyday expectations and big picture expectations will pan out. Expectations can be what we make up in our minds about how...