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You’re Not Listening vs. You’re Not Hearing Me

In a recent session, a couple sat across from me, caught in that familiar loop so many of us know too well. He was frustrated,...

The Trouble with Urgency

A client once shared that after a heated exchange with her sister, she fired off a long text late at night. At the time, it...

What is "Meeting People Where They Are"?

In my practice, I talk often about the importance of meeting people where they are. Whether it is a parent with a child, a partner...

What Is a High-Agency Mindset?

A high-agency mindset is the belief that, no matter what life throws at you, there is always something you can do. It’s not about pretending...

Please Stop Text Fighting

If you are in a relationship, chances are you’ve had at least one heated exchange over text. It usually starts small, maybe a disagreement or...

Loving Across Differences: The Hidden Work of Lasting Relationships

Couples often come to therapy hoping to improve their communication. And while that’s a worthy goal, I’ve noticed something deeper underneath most communication issues: We...

What to Do When You Can’t Get Yourself to Do the Damn Thing

You’re successful. People count on you. You show up when it matters, and you’re probably the kind of person others turn to for advice or...

When Potential Becomes a Trap: The Hope That Keeps Us Stuck

Something I’ve noticed in my work, and maybe you’ve noticed it in your own life, is how often people stay in relationships not because of...

When ChatGPT Enters the Therapy Room

Lately some of my clients have shared that they use ChatGPT to support their mental health. I genuinely appreciate this. I’ve always encouraged curiosity and...

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