Oct 7, 2017 | Counseling, Emotions, Marriage, Parenting
One of the most difficult stages for parents is the teen stage. Parents feel frustrated, exasperated, unappreciated, and misunderstood. Teens feel misunderstood, trapped, depressed, and disconnected from their parents. I want to share some simple tips that will help...
Nov 21, 2014 | Counseling, Goal Setting, Parenting, Relationships, Self Esteem
Today many couples get married for the second time after a divorce or the death of their spouse. It is usually an exciting time for them as they feel blessed to have a second chance at love. They feel as though everyone should be happy for them and embrace the new...
Sep 11, 2014 | Counseling, Goal Setting, Parenting
“Mommy, we’re not making a mess. We’re having an experience!” This was my daughter’s response when I saw my mud covered driveway and more to the point – my mud covered children. My initial reaction was one of frustration thinking of the clean up that this was going to...
Jul 31, 2014 | Counseling, Emotions, Goal Setting, Marriage, Parenting, Relationships
Today blended families are common and couples are interested in saving the marriage the second time around. “This time we’ll make it work!” is their motto. It is estimated that in the United States, 43 % of marriages are remarriages for at least one of the adults. A...
Jul 3, 2014 | Counseling, Parenting
Every mother has been there. That place, before you had children, that you said you would never be. That place, where you looked on at those other mothers, with grimaces on their faces and said, “I will never do that to my children”. That place that at times feels...
Jun 4, 2014 | Counseling, Parenting
Whether you have been a single parent for years or have recently found yourself in that role, you know that the needs are many and you could use some help! Single parents often find that there is never enough time to complete the tasks of raising children, providing...
