*Disclaimer: This blog is about my own personal growth/process with loss and grief. What works for me may not work for you and that is perfectly fine. Take the time you need to grieve. If you ...
Read MoreWhen Someone Pushes Our Buttons
September 4, 2018
Allison O'Brien, LMFT
I spend a significant amount of time helping clients understand their “buttons” or “triggers”. We all have them and we all know how to push the buttons of our loved ones. I enjoy helping people ...
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I often hear people say things like “If it’s meant to be, marriage/sex/love should come naturally.” There are many messages in our culture that elude to this notion, from fairy tales to poetry. And ...
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“You can’t pour from an empty cup.” Most of us have heard that saying. And it’s a truth that holds weight both literally, and figuratively. But what about when it’s your job to pour, and the work ...
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Is Sexuality Fluid?
June 16, 2018
Matilda Adu, BA
We are living in a society that is more open to things than ever before. Men are physically changing into women and women into men. Black and white answers, regarding sexuality, no longer exist ...
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I get deep thought inspiration from the oddest sources, I realize. Most recently, I was watching a Sex and the City movie (the 2nd not so great one) when I zoned in on one statement made by Carrie. ...
Read MoreTurning Toward Your Partner
September 30, 2017
Allison O'Brien, LMFT
Turning towards your partner in times of conflict, or stress for comfort and support is a key factor in maintaining closeness and a secure bond in relationships. When things get tough in a marriage, ...
Read MoreTaking The Time To Know Yourself
September 27, 2017
Matilda Adu, BA
Today, so many people are worried about looking a certain way or upholding a certain standard that we haven't truly gotten the opportunity to know who we are, what we like, and what makes us happy. ...
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