I can’t do justice to the pain that has happened in our community over the past week in Louisville, and yet it doesn’t feel appropriate to not acknowledge the recent violence that has taken place. This is deeply impactful, and has been devastating for so many. I want to offer a few suggestions for supporting […]
What to Say When You Don’t Know What to Say
Whether it’s a funeral, crisis, divorce, breakup, sick family member, or another difficult life moment, knowing how to respond to someone who needs you can be difficult. Don’t beat yourself up for not knowing; try one of the following phrases to support a person close to you.
Moving on From Disappointment
As humans in our busy and ever-changing world, we are constantly experiencing the ups and downs of life. Recently, I have seen many people in my office dealing with life’s disappointments. We can and do experience disappointment to varying degrees. From being heartbroken that a marriage that once worked is no longer functioning, to not […]
Recovering from the Disney Princess-Pipeline Effect: Challenging Unhealthy Romanticized Narratives of Love
As a couple’s and family therapist who works with individuals, adults, and couples on their relationships with themselves and others, love is a word that comes up a lot. I have a lot of training and experience with supporting clients in re-discovering love for themselves and others, and love is still a tricky concept to […]