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My therapeutic approach is direct and strength-based and I use a solution-focused model that puts a priority on real world problem solving. Strengths-based, solution focused counseling is a model that focuses on an individual’s inherent strengths and skills and uses...

The Stress of Divorce

According to the Holmes-Rahe Life Stress Scale, divorce is the second biggest stressor that people experience in their lives, following closely behind the death of a spouse. Given that divorce is such a painful event, it is no surprise that people who are going...

50 Shades of Pain

Content Notice: This blog addresses issues around human sexuality including BDSM and related lifestyle issues. Issues around sexuality impact marriages in myriad ways. Sexual distance within a marriage can arise due to: Poor communication—because it’s difficult to...

Poco a Poco

Years ago I suffered several tragedies within a short period of time. I can remember waking up each morning and thinking I couldn’t get through the day. The first tragedy occurred when my father involved me in his gruesome suicide. Shortly after the loss of my father,...