Parenting Blog #3: Where are you going?
Often when I am working with parents we think and talk a lot about what is going on RIGHT NOW. Usually that is because many of the parents are coming to me for help because they are struggling…
“You’re not broken, You’re Human” Working through disappointment and unrealistic expectations
I was reading through a wedding planning book this past weekend and came across this quote:
You Can Take a Break!
So it’s Monday evening and I realized that I had not done my blog for the week. I even began this blog (in an initial draft) by saying that my post is a little late! Then I reflected on the reasons why I feel this way and…
Parenting Blog #2: Co-Parenting
A large part of the work that I do with families and parents is working with people to improve their co-parenting. This is a topic that comes up frequently with almost all parents, not just those going through…
Top Quotes to Help During Times of Transition, Change, and Struggle
As many of you know, my private practice is a relatively new professional development for me and it has certainly been an amazing…
Book Review: Leadership and Self-Deception
This post is inspired by recently reading the book, “Leadership and Self-Deception” by the Arbinger Institute as well as my thoughts related to healthy relationship building due to all of the…
Why I think changing our thoughts has the power to change our lives
Language is a powerful force in our lives, more powerful than many of us give it credit for. I remember when I first recognized this, while I was living in France after college.
Parenting Tips Part 1: Setting the Foundation for Effective Parenting
Welcome to Thrive’s first parenting blog! One of the components of my work that I am most passionate about is my work with parents through parent…
My Reflection on The Happiness Obsession
I meet with many different families and individuals in my practice. One of the most fascinating things that I hear from almost everyone is something along the lines of “I just want my child to be happy…
5 Things I Love About Being A Psychotherapist
Before going into my list I would like share a bit about my perspective on my clients and taking the leap to begin therapy. I truly respect the process and the strength it takes to enter into therapy.