Relationships can enrich our lives, but they can also cause us pain. Whether it’s a friend, family member, or significant other, a relationship can come with its share of ups and downs. And as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, more often than not, putting…
Codependency is a popular term that describes an unhealthy or unbalanced relationship where one person’s needs are met while the others aren’t. Codependent people are said to “enable” the bad behavior of a loved one by supporting them, no matter if it negatively affects their…
Since the 1970s, LGBTQ people in this country have been fighting; fighting for equal rights and fighting to dismantle the stereotype that their relationships have no intrinsic value. The truth is, LGBTQ relationships are just as loving and committed as heterosexual ones. And they can…
Valentine’s day is just around the corner. For many people that means celebrating with their spouse or partner and showing them extra love and attention. But for others, Valentine’s Day is a sad reminder that they are single or are perhaps grieving the recent loss…
In the past few years, we’ve all heard the phrase “toxic masculinity” mentioned very often. But what is it really? And who does toxic masculinity hurt the most? What is Toxic Masculinity? The phrase and concept of toxic masculinity emerged from the men’s movement of…
As a therapist, witness couples at their best and worst. The fact is “fixing” a relationship takes work. Often times relationships have been suffering for years before a couple seeks therapy with a licensed Marriage and Family therapist. It also takes two people wanting it…