by | Jan 29, 2015 | Blog
Cutting isn’t an uncommon as one might think. Many popular television shows and books for teenagers have characters who have struggled with cutting and emotional distress. Cutting is the act of inflicting harm on oneself intentionally. Other types of self-injury...
by | Jan 27, 2015 | Blog
At one time, it was common for women to marry young, have children, and be homemakers. However, times have changed and many women work outside the home, don’t feel the need to be married, and don’t feel the need to have children right away, or even at all. Yet,...
by | Jan 22, 2015 | Blog
Maintaining a marriage can be difficult regardless of how madly in love you were when you said your “I dos.” Over the years, both partners change certain aspects about themselves, whether it be their careers, their religious beliefs, their hobbies, etc. Most couples...
by | Jan 20, 2015 | Blog
There are certain threats to a marriage that seem common: struggling with finances, lack of communication, intrusive in-laws, or not enough alone time together. Other threats to a marriage are often overlooked or thought of as small problems. However, the small...
by | Jan 15, 2015 | Blog
For some people who are religious, reaching out to a therapist can be difficult. In some denominations, seeking outside help from a therapist is viewed as not fully believing in Christ and his abilities. In her article entitled “How Therapy Doesn’t Make Me A Bad...
by | Jan 13, 2015 | Blog
In our last blog post, we went over characteristics of a manipulator and different tactics they use. In this post, we will discuss how to spot a manipulator and what to do if you have a relationship with one. Anyone is at risk of falling prey to a skilled manipulator,...
by | Jan 8, 2015 | Blog
In this post, we will go over some key characteristics of a manipulator, how a manipulator works, and why they feel the need to do it. In our next blog post, we will talk about how to spot a manipulator and what to do about it. Some people are highly skilled at...
by | Jan 6, 2015 | Blog
Next time you are watching a television show, pay attention to the commercials. How many do you see in a one hour time frame that tell you that you’d be happier if you changed your appearance in some way? Messages from the media (and from one another) often tell us...
by | Dec 30, 2014 | Blog
It can happen quickly: your role of being a son or a daughter shifts into being in charge of your parent’s care. If your parents are getting up there in age, it’s important to think about their future care. Look for red flags. It can be difficult to keep track of your...
by | Dec 23, 2014 | Blog
The season of family gatherings, kissing under the mistletoe, and NYE parties can be burdensome if you’re trying to mend a broken heart. Here are a few tips on how to get through the holidays post-breakup: Talk about it. It can be difficult to open up about a breakup....
