All of us have things we struggle with in life. For some of us, we might have particular areas that seem to always be causing us trouble. Maybe, try as we might, we find ourselves in one bad relationship after another and it feels nearly impossible to break the cycle. Or maybe our relationships are…
My partner and I have been passing quarantine time by watching Showtime’s dark family comedy, Shameless. This is a great family therapy show and in this case, it is for mature audiences only. I admit, I do enjoy playing armchair psychotherapist as I watch the show and identifying the family dysfunction (and healing!) that takes…
If you’ve gone through your recent “mindless scroll” of social media this morning, I am willing to bet you’ve seen several people on a beautiful tropical vacation, celebrating an engagement with a #ringselfie, making an Alix Earle reference (hey, she lives a pretty cool life!), or starting a new position at a promising company. I…
As we continue to navigate the complexities of modern relationships, its notable that many people are involved in interfaith partnerships. I understand that such relationships can be both rewarding and challenging, as couples work to blend their differing beliefs and practices into a cohesive and harmonious whole. To support my interfaith clients, I put together…
In dating, we often use green or red colors of flags as the yes or no in whether we should date someone. A red flag refers to an indicator of the probability of an emotionally unhealthy or problematic partner and a green flag refers to an indicator of the probability that the partner is emotionally…
Consistent demonstrations of anger in an unhealthy way can deteriorate relationships. Anger presents most often when we feel rejected, abandoned, threatened or attacked. We may be in relationships with people who disappoint us, violate our boundaries, contribute less than they should, break promises, disappoint us, or betray us. Consistent demonstrations of anger can affect our body…
Suboxone is a medication that is commonly used in the treatment of opioid addiction. It is a combination of buprenorphine and naloxone, which work together to help reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms in those who are trying to overcome their addiction. If you are seeking treatment for opioid addiction, it is important to find a…
When we think of the four horsemen we may imagine the doomsday bringers seen in movies and read in text. However, this is a different type of apocalypse, the apocalypse of marriage and the horseman are communication habits. These toxic communication styles are said to be predictions that can increase the likelihood of divorce by…
Mental health therapy is an essential aspect of maintaining good mental health and well-being. In Detroit, Michigan, there are many options for individuals seeking mental health therapy services. This post will provide an overview of mental health therapy in Detroit, including the types of therapy available, the benefits of therapy, and how to find a…
We can’t help what happened to us. But we can control how we choose to respond to it. Our brain automatically goes into survival mode when we encounter threatening situations. For example, families caught in the middle of a war will be forced to make decisions they normally wouldn’t. Hmong people are refugees from Laos…