By Callie Feldman Natalie sat across the table from her boyfriend, his hands outreached, grasping hers. He caressed her hands and gently said “I think…
The Art of Being Alone
Are you comfortable being alone? Do you mind going out to eat by yourself or going on a solo shopping trip? How comfortable are you…
Domestic Violence: Let’s Break the Silence
Domestic violence is considered to be a pattern of coercive control that one person exercises over another and can include physical, verbal, emotional, sexual, and…
Understanding Your Attachment Style
Why am I repeating the same patterns over and over in my relationships? I wish I knew why I get so anxious and jump to…
How “Leaning into Curiosity” Can Help Your Relationships
“We must learn how to lean into our vulnerability, stay curious, and practice courage.” —Brene Brown How many times has this happened in your relationship?…
Couples, Learn to Strengthen Your “Noticing” Muscle
Has your relationship been affected by COVID-19? If so, you aren’t alone. Depending on your situation during this time, your relationship might be affected in…
“I’m Sorry, But…”
“I’m sorry, but…” These three words…well, I hear them way too often in my work as a couples counselor. While they sound harmless on…
The Four Horsemen in Couples: Stopping the Apocalypse
You might be familiar with the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse from the New Testament that symbolize the evils to come at the end of…
Could Your Communication Style Be Improved?
If you sometimes wonder why it’s so hard to get through to others, you’re not alone. Relationships are hard work, and so is communicating effectively.…
Finding Myself, with Russell Brand
By Marilee Feldman, LCPC, CADC Standing in line at Starbucks, I glanced at a guy sitting near the window and did a double-take: Holy cow!…
Forgiveness, Part 1: Forgiving Others
Love and forgiveness is not for the fainthearted.—Meher Baba What is forgiveness? The formal definition of forgive is to stop feeling angry or resentful toward…
Yes Man, No Man
Do you remember the movie, Yes Man? It was released in 2008 and starred comedian Jim Carrey. It’s about a man, Carl Allen, living a…
