The Stories of Our Lives

We all have stories to tell. And when it comes to stories about ourselves, many people don’t recognize that those tales aren’t necessarily factual. Rather, perspective, magical thinking, flawed memory, subconscious scripts, all influence how we see...

Change, Change, Change

The only constant in life is change. — unknown   Change is the law of life. — John F. Kennedy    God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. —...

Process Addictions — Beyond Drugs and Alcohol

  Process addictions, like compulsive gambling, sexual behavior, shopping, are similar to addictions to substances in the way they affect the brain. But unlike abstinence from substances, some  triggers to process addictions can be difficult to avoid. Human...

Creating Meaning Through Ritual

Ritual is necessary for us to know anything. – Ken Kesey At my best friend’s wedding, I was able to anticipate the various components of the ceremony. Because we are familiar with the components that make up a wedding service, we can expect to see the...

Trust–A Path to Freedom from Fear

Anxiety is more than “jitters”, nervousness and worry. For many sufferers, anxiety ultimately is rooted in a sense of being unsafe, out of control or mired in unpredictability.  If we peel back the worries, examine the distorted thoughts that fuel anxiety...

Medical Collaboration in Therapy

At the initial therapy appointment, your counselor may ask you to sign a physician collaboration form. This consent allows your therapist to contact your internist, family practitioner or medical specialist to ensure you receive the most consistent, comprehensive care...