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Traumatic Roots of Anger: An Alternative View on Anger & Rage

“Often, traumatized people either feel nothing or they feel rage, and often the rage is expressed in inappropriate ways. By beginning to...

Just Say No: Health Effects of Being a ‘People Pleaser’ and How To Stop

Do you find yourself often saying: “I can do that!” “Don’t worry, I have time!” “Leave this to me, I’ll take care of it!” “You look...

The Effect of Virtual Friends on Real Relationships

Whats wrong with 2000 friends on my Instagram, Facebook, or Snapchat? They’re just FRIENDS. I meet with many people identifying...

Living, Packing, and Constant Moving: How To Support Two-Family Children

A Child’s Struggle to Manage Transitioning Between Two Homes Because of Divorce Today, many children live out of a suitcase – packing and...

6 Simple Steps To Manage Conflict at Home or Work

We can often find ourselves in the difficult situation of trying to navigate a strong difference of opinion with another person....

Conflict in your Relationship with your Partner: To be “Right” or to be “Effective”

For many years I have provided couples therapy. Generally, at the heart of most committed couples who come to see me, are the challenges...

So What Are Healthy Boundaries in Loving Relationships?

For the most part, people who enter into loving relationships connect for many different reasons. Passion, connection, fun, mutuality,...

How to Support Children within Blended Families

According to Stats Canada, 4 in 10 first time marriages will end in divorce. Approximately 40% of families end up in transitions leading...

Understanding Your Relationship Attachment Style: What Kind of Partner are You?

Attachment styles are developed early in life, and for many, solidified by 3 years of age. Your style is dependent on how you connect...

Attachment Styles & Who to Pick as a Partner

Selecting your future soulmate is all about having a partner that supports safety, nurturing, and fun with you. Having a partner that is...

Living a Life of Fear, Insecurity, and Anxiety

Where does jealousy, insecurity, and relational fear come from within us? What causes many to never feel safe in a relationship with the...