Are Dogs the Best Therapy?
One year ago, I lost my chihuahua Toby. This was the day I had dreaded from the moment his eyes met mine twelve years before.
Blog Posts
The 3 C’s: What you really need and how to get it
Could every issue you face boil down to a C word? No, it’s not communication—although that plays a role. In fact, you have a choice
Can People Change?
Can people change? I am frequently asked this question, despite my therapy practice having the tag line create meaningful change. I usually answer with a
Tips for Launching your Counselling Private Practice
Are you considering going into private practice? Does the idea fill you with a combination of excitement and fear? Like most things in life, owning
How to do Self-Love
I’m sure you have heard the cliché; you need to love yourself first. But what the heck does that mean and how do you do
Curiosity: The Great Un-sticker (Part 2)
This is a sequel about getting unstuck. In the previous edition, Curiosity helped us understand the problem (read it here). This is an incredibly important
Curiosity: The Great Un-sticker (Part One)
Are you feeling stuck? Stuck at work, in a relationship or on a project? Does it feel like there is no way out? I bet
Expectations: Your Emotional Dial Controllers
What are you expecting from this blog? Perhaps, to be entertained, educated, or inspired? Or are you keeping your expectations low (after all you’ve been
Hope and Boundaries – A Dynamic Duo
As you stand at the starting block, another year ahead, are you hoping at to improve at least one area of your life this year?
Keep your Relationship Accounts in the Black
We make bids for connection every day. These can be as simple as smile, a text, a hug, sharing a story or idea. Some of
Strengths – The Antidote to Not Good Enough
Relax: I’m lightening the mood. Last month I dared you to press pause on your pain-killing machine to acknowledge your painful emotions. Permitting yourself to
Pausing your Pain-killing Machine
I must admit, I’ve been easing my way into this one. Last month’s self-care edition provides some soft cushioning for this month’s sticky but essential
How to Save Yourself with Self-care
Self-care is often seen as self-indulgent or a luxury. I want to dispel these beliefs. Last month we spoke about the importance of taking responsibility
Response-Ability
If you haven’t read last month’s post about The Drama Triangle, I suggest you read it now. If you have, I know you are eagerly
Are you in the Dreaded Drama Triangle?
If you are going to read any of my blogs, this is the one to read. The Drama Triangle is by far the single idea