Archive for February, 2012
Sex and Committed Relationships
As many fellow relationship therapy folks know, John Gottman is one of the most recognizable names in our field. He is a leading marriage researcher having written a number of well known books found on many a therapist’s book shelf and on their book recommendation lists for couples therapy clients. The Gottman Relationship Institute has [...]
Do One Scary Thing a Day by Linda Graham, MFT
The scary things we could choose to do each day could vary quite a bit from person to person or even for ourselves from one day to the next. Choosing to go through our records to prepare for an IRS audit would feel pretty scary on any day, but some days just checking our bank [...]
Whether Single or in a Relationship, True Love Can Be Yours
Valentines Day is just around the corner. Whatever meaning you attach to it and whatever feelings it brings up (affection, romance, sadness or ambivalence) I’d like to take the opportunity to explore love as it exists or has existed in your life. Being human, we are born wired to connect with others. We seek a secure attachment [...]
In the End, Your Relationships Truly Matter
I was deeply moved by a piece I stumbled upon on CNN’s Belief Blog called, What people talk about when they die. As a psychotherapist for individuals and couples – as well as a writer about topics related to emotional and relationship health – I am keenly aware of the power of relationships to shape us. [...]
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