February 2025
Help! My Child is Self-Injuring, and I Do Not Know What to Do!
If you are a caregiver who has discovered your child is self-injuring and you are unsure of the next steps, this article is for you. You are already doing the right thing by learning and asking questions. Especially in a situation where you may feel afraid or even a little bit frustrated and helpless.
January 2025
How to Find the Right Therapist: Making the Journey Personal
Starting therapy, whether it is for the first time or revisiting after a long pause, is a venture which requires courage. The decision to seek support is often the hardest step, but once that has been made, the next hurdle can feel daunting: finding a therapist. As both a therapist and someone who has been a client, I know this is not always a straightforward journey. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all experience, and the therapist who is the right fit for you may not be the right fit for someone else. Finding a therapist who feels like a good match is one of the most important parts of your journey toward healing and growth.
Mastering the Art of Intentional Conversation
Having a conversation is about so much more than exchanging information with someone. Mastering the art of conversation involves practice and intention. We live in an era where digital communication often overshadows face-to-face interactions. This does not mean that face-to-face interactions have become any less important. Despite our impressive technological advancements, face-to-face communication remains the best way to foster deep connections and trust with others. In this article, we will discuss six essential skills that will help you improve your conversational skills so you can deepen your relationships and increase your social confidence.
December 2024
Why Conflict is Necessary to Relationship Success
Communication is the foundation of all relationships, whether personal or professional. When communication breaks down, it takes down the relationship with it. Dr. John Gottman, a renowned psychologist and relationships expert, discusses four toxic communication patterns that often lead to the eroding of relationships. He coined these communication patterns as the “Four Horsemen” to emphasize just how destructive they can be. These “Four Horsemen” are criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling.
November 2024
Addressing Helpful & Harmful Communication Patterns: The 4 Horsemen & Their Antidotes
Communication is the foundation of all relationships, whether personal or professional. When communication breaks down, it takes down the relationship with it. Dr. John Gottman, a renowned psychologist and relationships expert, discusses four toxic communication patterns that often lead to the eroding of relationships. He coined these communication patterns as the “Four Horsemen” to emphasize just how destructive they can be. These “Four Horsemen” are criticism, defensiveness, contempt, and stonewalling.
An Interview with a Life Coach
I am passionate about the power and potential of coaching to uncover what makes individuals extraordinary in their personal and professional life. As a self-development coach, I help people catapult to the next level of success, whether it is in their personal or professional life. I help clients through their life transitions by asking questions to turn your thoughts in a new direction. People ask me questions all the time about what a life coach is, so when Scott asked me to be on his podcast, I felt it was a good opportunity to answer the ones he thought as important questions.