The holiday seasons this year will be like none other in recent memory. Instead of gathering together in-person to celebrate, we are separated. Typically the holidays are meant to be a time of consistency: participating in family traditions, reflecting on the events of the past year, exchanging gifts with others, [...]
The COVID-19 pandemic has been uniquely challenging for us. That includes how we work, play, and even parent. However, the challenges for blended families during this time are particularly tricky. Even without the pandemic, it isn’t easy bringing two separate families together to form a new unit. Yet, it is [...]
Parents are becoming more aware that they must teach their kids about racism. For many, however, this is a daunting task, fraught with anxiety. After all, teaching such an intense concept can be new territory. You want your child to grow up knowing what racism is and how to be [...]
Autumn is a pleasant time for many people to bring back sweaters and enjoy anything seasoned with pumpkin spice. But for you, it’s different. The shorter days and longer nights mean that winter is just around the corner. And with winter comes seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Seasonal affective disorder is when [...]
Today might not have been an easy day — but you got through it nonetheless. In the evening before bedtime, though, you begin to feel anxiety creeping in. The next thing you know, you’ve gone from having an okay day to a terrible evening, thanks to a panic attack. Why does [...]
During these times of COVID-19, it’s not hard for conversations to get a little boring between you and your partner. Before the pandemic, in the evening, it was easier to ask about their day. That’s because you both spent eight hours apart from each other. If you're like many couples, though, [...]
It would be completely understandable that you’ve had a few high-tension pandemic moments in these trying times. Maybe you had a stressful day of trying to juggle remote work and helping your child with school. Plus, spending all of your time with your family has created tension, having no relief [...]
Working from home and parenting has always been a challenge. But now with COVID-19, it’s an even more formidable task to accomplish. Especially since so many people since the start of the pandemic have become newly minted working from home parents. It’s challenging to know what to do and what’s best for [...]
Much has been written during the coronavirus pandemic about how to “keep the spark alive” in your relationship. Most of the advice isn’t necessarily off the mark. However, what do you do to keep your romance secure during COVID? This information goes far beyond merely ensuring that things stay exciting in your [...]
The pandemic has created plenty of stay-at-home challenges. Before, when you felt lonely or needed to burn some energy, the answers were easy. Now, the pandemic has turned everything on its head. That means finding more creative solutions to issues, such as depression and anxiety. You might have struggled with these challenges [...]
Due to the recent COVID-19 crisis, I am now offering tele-therapy through video (Zoom or Skype) and phone for all who are distancing or quarantined. I am still accepting new clients and have immediate openings to all who want to be seen during this time. Please contact me for more information or if you would like to schedule an appointment or consultation. Thank you!