My heart goes out to Patrick Swayze's loved ones.  I was so saddened to hear about his death this week. Although it seemed expected, I guess because he was such a vital and energetic ... Read More »

With bbq's and swim parties fresh in many of our minds, this morning's sunrise came with a rude awakening as the daily grind makes its return.  Labor Day represents the unofficial end ... Read More »

The other night I looked out our front window and saw flashing red lights, which is never a good sign and particularly at 10 in the evening. My husband and I went ... Read More »

Have you ever been waiting for an appointment with your therapist and someone walks out of their session, makes eye contact with you, and you are somehow left ... Read More »

This past weekend I had a short trip to Santa Barbara, CA.  Along with my partner and my dog Etta, we had planned for a quick rejuvenating night away.  It proved to be ... Read More »

Often times when a client comes to me about a break up, they are filled with chaotic thoughts and feelings.  Trying to manage the grief and anger as well as trying to move on can prove ... Read More »

I was talking to a friend of mine tonight.  She told me that her sister was thinking of leaving her husband.  She said that he is very independent and that her sister is ... Read More »

Many years ago when I was beginning my career as a therapist working in the domestic violence field there was a disturbing outlook about recovery from trauma.  Some professionals ... Read More »

Today Los Angeles was rocked by the funeral of Michael Jackson. 20,000 people gathered at the Staple Center for this tribute to him. Millions upon millions watched around the world. I must ... Read More »