Vegasstrong

Vegasstrong After years of working up the nerve to create this blog, I can assure you that this was not what I expected as my first blog post.  But the events last Sunday have made an impact not only on myself, but on my city, that I feel will be around for a very long time to … Read moreVegasstrong

Hppie-Dippie Things that Made Me Hate the Idea of Therapy, and Why I’ve Reconsidered

Hippie-Dippie Things that Made Me Hate the Idea of Therapy, and Why I’ve Reconsidered On my first day of school to become a therapist, they asked us our long- term goals.  Mine were clear-cut and very specific from the beginning: my plan was to open a private practice that focused on the mind and relationships … Read moreHppie-Dippie Things that Made Me Hate the Idea of Therapy, and Why I’ve Reconsidered

35 is the New 35

35 is the New 35 Last week I turned 35…. THIRTY-FIVE!!!!!! Depending on where you are in the great age spectrum of life, you’re either thinking, “Oh damn, I’m sorry.  You’re old!” Or “Psssh shut up, 35 is nothing!”  Isn’t it funny how as women, (hell, maybe just as this generation, regardless of gender?)  we’re … Read more35 is the New 35

Relationships are NEVER 50/50, especially after Baby makes three

Relationships are NEVER 50/50, especially after Baby makes three Relationships and families experience their highest levels of distress with either the loss OR gain of a member. Despite knowing the statistics and all the potential problems we might face from the perspective of a Marriage and Family Therapist, and taking all the possible precautions I … Read moreRelationships are NEVER 50/50, especially after Baby makes three