“We are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike.” – Maya Angelou, The Human Family – When two people first sit down in my office, it’s usually because the distance between them has become intolerable. They bring unfinished conversations, words that feel risky to...
couples therapy
Anger is Unprocessed Pain
Think about the last time you were mad at someone. Maybe a friend blew off your birthday or your spouse let you down. I see these tough relationship moments all the time – not just in my work as a therapist, but in my own life as a human being and a mother, spouse,...
What Defines Cheating?
It's not unusual for monogamous couples to enter rough waters when one spouse develops an intense “friendship” outside of the marriage. This can lead to fights about the definition of cheating. Does it have to involve physical contact? No one ever wins during these...