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Problems in Your Marriage: Is Co-Dependency to Blame?
Often couples therapy starts with one spouse or partner coming to my office with a laundry list of complaints about the other. They do not feel appreciated, they feel they do everything for the relationship and feel “less than” in … Continue reading
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Empathy and Depression
Is it possible to have “too much” compassion? You may not be aware that taking on the pain of others in order to ease someone else’s distress may overburden your own emotional health. But, what does that mean? If you … Continue reading
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Starting Couples Counseling
In the beginning of a relationship, it’s hard to imagine that there would ever be a need for couples counseling. You are happy, in sync, in love. But, the realities of life slowly re-emerge, especially in the hustle and bustle … Continue reading
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Coping with Infertility
Recently, Giuliana Rancic shared her very private struggle with infertility with readers of USA Today. Stories by people in the public eye who struggle with anxiety, depression and infertility can bring comfort to many who read their words. We realize … Continue reading
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Communication and Infertility
You’ve been trying to conceive a baby for some time and still you are not pregnant. You worry that something may be wrong. Sometimes, this is the most difficult stage in the process of dealing with infertility – just admitting … Continue reading
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The Importance of Self-Care
In the last few years we have seen a significant up-tick in amount of importance placed on self-care. What was once viewed as a self-indulgence is now being viewed as critical for emotional health and overall contentment. For those of … Continue reading
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Creating Healthy Habits in 2018
With the new year just beginning, it is time to start thinking about how you are going to build the best you in 2018. January 1 is a great time to start and with some planning you can be prepared … Continue reading
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Michael Phelps and His Anxiety
Major sports figures and celebrities often appear to have perfect lives. But over the years a few have been brave enough to come forward and share personal stories about their anxiety and depression. Michael Phelps is the latest to come … Continue reading
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Anxiety When There is a Tragedy
Managing anxiety on a daily basis can be a struggle. In these last few months the news has reported on several tragedies that can give us each pause and trigger anxiety. The hurricanes in Florida, Houston, the Virgin Islands and … Continue reading
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When Anxiety Runs Your Family
If you talk with the loved one of an addict, you know that the addiction tends to dominate the family dynamic. The same can be true for those suffering from anxiety. Their anxiety can be driving the dysfunction in your … Continue reading
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