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Mindfulness: Untying Knots in the Body, Mind, and Heart September 9, 2010 . 8 Comments
“It feels heavy right here,” Rebecca* said, crying and touching her chest, “like a huge rock is sitting on me. It’s like that old cartoon, where a boulder would fall off a cliff ... Read More
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Trauma’s Impact on Relationships: Part II
September 7, 2010 .
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Communication and trust are key ingredients in any relationship, yet are often negatively impacted by the effects of a traumatic experience. Trust The very nature of trauma can shatter ... Read More
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Trauma as a Seed of Depression
September 3, 2010 .
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In my practice, people trace depression back to trauma most of the time. Emotional trauma is an overwhelming shock to a person’s equilibrium. Trauma might be linked to an emotional, physical, ... Read More
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Bird Nesting: Advantages and Disadvantages of this Custody Option
September 3, 2010 .
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Parents often ask me to describe what options they have for their post-divorce living arrangements. In addition to the many ways it is possible for children go back and forth between two ... Read More
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Coming Out in Adulthood: Challenges and Expectations
August 11, 2010 .
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Most teenagers naturally reach a point where the bounds of sexuality are explored and roles and sexual identity are created. For LGBT teens this natural part of growing up can often be ... Read More
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Partners of Unemployed People: Take Care of Yourself
May 19, 2010 .
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Unemployment is a downright monster. Most often, we see a lot of support for the unemployed person who is building his or her resume, interviewing, networking, staying busy, and being positive. ... Read More
