Oftentimes when you come to a certain place in couples therapy where wounds start to heal and past hurts begin to wane- there is a spaciousness that emerges (okay, well it was always there but the awareness of it often shifts). This is your relational field. The WE that exists. The sacred third thing. The […]

There’s a simple way for couples to deepen their emotional connection, leading to a fuller understanding of your partner, yourself, and your relationship. It all starts with developing an attitude of appreciation (awe/wonder/gratitude/admiration) for various aspects of your life. And then including your partner in that. Perhaps it’s easy for you to appreciate your favorite […]

Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Lindsay Gibson, PsyD, has been a frequent topic of conversation in my therapy office as of late. Now 10 years in print, this book is speaking to a wide swath of therapy clients (and those interested in self-help) in order to help understand the impact of emotionally difficult […]