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Relationship Rescue 101
January 3, 2018
Gail Gogliotti
Relationship Rescue 101

Stuck in a relationship rut? Do you seem to be “off” from your partner, no matter how much you try to connect? You, like many, may be struggling…

New Year, New You?
December 29, 2017
Gail Gogliotti new year
New Year, New You?

So, you survived the holidays. The endless Christmas carols, flooding of your inbox with sales and last-minute deals, and the ever-present temptation of sweets everywhere you look. The…

Old Sayings Relevant for Today’s Parenting
December 23, 2017
Andrea Picard
Old Sayings Relevant for Today’s Parenting

Stop and smell the roses It seems as if children are just born to relish in their surroundings. The littlest things make them laugh and their wonder never…

9 Tips For Resetting Your Day If You Get Off On The Wrong Foot
December 22, 2017
self care
9 Tips For Resetting Your Day If You Get Off On The Wrong Foot

*Article contribution by Maureen Werrbach, LCPC for simplemost. "'I can’t tell busy moms this enough,' says psychotherapist Maureen Werrbach, LCPC. Even if you only have five minutes, find some way…

What really happens to your body when you’re depressed
December 22, 2017
Depression self care
What really happens to your body when you’re depressed

*Article contribution by Maureen Werrbach, LCPC for The List. "For many people, depression hits hard — they suddenly find themselves enveloped in a veil of tears and debilitating…

11 Habits Of Long-Term Couples Who Are Still Excited to Be Around Each Other
December 22, 2017
relationships
11 Habits Of Long-Term Couples Who Are Still Excited to Be Around Each Other

*Article contribution by Maureen Werrbach, LCPC for Bustle. "Finding humor in your relationship goes a long way. "Studies show that couples who laugh together often are more emotionally…

11 Interesting Things Happy Couples Often Do Before Bed
December 22, 2017
Habits relationships
11 Interesting Things Happy Couples Often Do Before Bed

*Article contribution by Maureen Werrbach, LCPC for Bustle. "As psychotherapist Maureen Werrbach, LCPC tells me, you two should sit down, make eye contact, nod to show you're listening, and ask…

How  EMDR Can Help You Move Forward
December 8, 2017
Heidi Kalman trauma
How EMDR Can Help You Move Forward

So often I hear these words from my clients: "I just cannot get past this". The "this" that they are trying to move past can take on many…

The  Grey Divorce: Steps for Adult Children to Make it Through
December 4, 2017
Dana Rivera divorce
The Grey Divorce: Steps for Adult Children to Make it Through

In life, no matter who you are, you sometimes are never prepared for the events life will throw your way. After 34 years of marriage, I never expected…

Holiday First Aid
November 30, 2017
Andrea Picard holiday
Holiday First Aid

Sparkly lights, jingle bells, elves on shelves, ribbons and wrappings, all reveal holiday fanfare. The dreams of perfection, good feels, and the carrying on of traditions…it can be…

The ABCs of Holiday Health: Part Two
November 21, 2017
Valerie Weed
The ABCs of Holiday Health: Part Two

Welcome back! Hope you enjoyed The ABCs of Holiday Health: Part One.  Keep reading to learn more strategies for a successful holiday season! Make a plan! Plan your…

The ABCs of Holiday Health: Part One
November 14, 2017
Valerie Weed
The ABCs of Holiday Health: Part One

The seasons are officially changing! As the days get shorter and colder, signs of the holidays –Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Ramadan, Kwanzaa, New Year’s—are all around us. During the…