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The holiday season, while often seen as a time of joy and connection, can introduce unique stressors that affect even the strongest relationships. While there is no “one-size-fits-all” experience, certain themes emerge in my couple sessions around this time each year. Here are some common holiday stressors that may impact relationships, along with thoughts to manage them.
Read MoreEmpathy forms the cornerstone of healthy and thriving relationships, deepening connection and understanding between partners.
Read MoreApologies are not just about admitting fault; they are sign and a cornerstone of a healthy relationship. Today we are going to discuss the impact sincere apologies can have on repairing and strengthening the bonds between partners.
Read MoreTalking about money with one’s partner is never just talking about money. Money can serve as a proxy for a million different things – our work ethic, our values, our expectations of others, our plans for the future, and our visions of ourselves, just to name a few.
Read MoreHey, y’all! This is the fourth installment of my ongoing series where I get to share my love of podcasts and mental health awareness!
Read MoreImproving communication skills is one of the most common goals for individuals and couples seeking therapy. Interpersonal skills are essential in all aspects of our lives- work and career, friendships, romantic relationships, and parenting.
Read MoreWhile dating, we are often told we will “just know” when a partner(s) is right for us. We are taught to trust our gut and look for personality characteristics such as kindness, intelligence, humor, trustworthiness, and friendliness.
Read MoreEven if you haven’t seen the classic 1970’s romance flick Love Story, the odds are pretty good that you’ve heard it’s most famous line: “Love means never having to say you’re sorry.”
Read MoreValentine’s Day is right around the corner! Why wait to the last minute, rush, and hastily throw plans together? I’m here to help do some of the idea leg work for you. In a city like Houston, with so much to offer, there’s something for everyone! Plus, ideas for those wanting to have some romantic date-in ideas! Discuss with your partner, if y’all want to go out, or stay in!
Read MoreI was listening to a podcast the other day and the question that was presented was how are we supposed to go about showing empathy for those with who we know that we do not agree? The context in which this question was presented was not specific but it got me thinking of all the situations that this dynamic presents itself.
Read MoreThis is a question that I hear a lot in the first few sessions of working with individuals and couples. Client(s) are always interested to know if a specific struggle should be processed in an individual therapy setting, or if this something that should/could be addressed in couples therapy. And, then do we need couples or sex therapy? In short, the answer to this question is a bit more complicated than it appears!
Read MoreCodependency has become widely regarded as a dirty word when it comes to relationships in our culture. American culture places a heavy emphasis on being wholly independent, independent from family, financially independent, as well as emotionally independent. We hear through all sorts of media that a strong person is one who does not rely on anyone else.
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