by Kathy | Feb 9, 2014 | Abandonment, Addiction, Affairs, Marriage
I had an amazing session this week with a client who was just beginning to see, and talk about, something people all over the world are plagued with every single day! I see it as the source of addiction. John Bradshaw called it the “fracture of the soul”. Imagine a... by Javan | Nov 1, 2013 | Family Counseling, Individual Therapy, Marital Therapy, Self-Help, Uncategorized
Managing stress in a constantly spinning world is challenging. Stress creates anxiety, worry, and a sense of loss. Life isn’t about how much you do, but the quality of what you do. It’s about quality of life, not quantity. It’s about quality of work,... 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 | Oct 21, 2012 | Marital Therapy, Uncategorized
A couple of comedians recently provided inspiration to me. Inspiration about the journey of life and how we spend our time. Adam Sandler came into my life a while back and so did Eddie Murphy. I was facing some scary health issues and felt every range of emotion,... by Kathy | Apr 8, 2012 | Addiction, Affairs, Communication, Marriage, Relationships
I had a few spectacular moments of clarity this week! I witnessed someone being very short with their elderly parent for what seemed like no reason other than impatience. Less than 30 minutes later, I felt myself getting agitated at my own mother for something...