Many of the clients I work with carry emotional burdens that didn’t start in their current relationship. They often feel like the “responsible one,” the emotional caretaker, or the one who keeps the peace. Over time, that responsibility becomes heavy, leading to...
“I thought I finally had the truth, but then I discovered something new…again. Even if it seems small compared to finding out my partner cheated, every new discovery knocks me back to square one. How can I trust them when I keep uncovering more? I want to believe it’s...
You cheated on your partner. Maybe it was a one-night stand, or maybe a longer emotional or physical affair. Infidelity takes many forms—but no matter how it unfolded, you now want to help your partner heal. That desire to help your partner heal matters. It shows...
Have you ever lost a close relationship or an important person in your life? Grief will impact all of us at some point in our lives. Whether it is the loss of a loved one, relationship, pet, or way of life, grief does not discriminate. During times of loss, it can be...
"The saddest thing about betrayal is that it never comes from your enemies, it comes from those you trust the most." - Author unknown There’s no doubt that the ones we love can hurt us the most. And when a betrayal is disclosed or unveiled, the impacted partner can...
You take the time and plan for a myriad of life events. Perhaps you've outlined contingency plans. You may have considered a variety of outcomes. And yet even with this planning, we do not plan for loss itself. All sorts of loss can bring up grief. You could grieve...
Why should you prioritize your mental health? In recent years, particularly throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, increased attention has been given to the matter of mental health, not only in the US, but around the world. Celebrities like Beyoncé, Abby Wambach, and...
Imagine this scene for a moment… Your partner is picking you up from treatment today. You’ve been in a 90-day residential program for alcohol dependency. You’ve been drinking daily for the last 2 years prior to treatment and surrendering to your addiction was probably...