by Lisa | Aug 22, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews, Clara Bossie, Co-dependency, Newsletter, Uncategorized
“In true love, you attain freedom. When you love, you bring freedom to the person you love. If the opposite is true, it is not true love.” Thich Nhat Hanh, True Love It’s no secret that romantic relationships are complicated. So many of us strive for perfect... by Lisa | Jun 17, 2014 | Blog, Co-dependency, DBT, Depression, Family Therapy, Mindfulness, Mood Disorders, Parenting, Uncategorized
Most people who know me, know that I am an avid reader of spiritual, psychological and health & wellness books. A book I frequently use in my work is “Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life” by Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D. The title isn’t so appealing to most... by Lisa | Sep 15, 2013 | Anxiety Disorders, Blog, Co-dependency, Depression, Family Therapy, Mood Disorders
Nicole Friedman, Psy.D. In today’s modern world where women are required to juggle several hats, creating balance can be quite a challenging endeavor. As a wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend and professional, I am all too familiar with walking that fine line on a... by Lisa | Aug 26, 2013 | Blog, Co-dependency, Uncategorized
Anni Johnston, LMHC, D/MT Many people use the term “co-dependency” to describe an over-involved stance with others in their life. Originally it was coined to apply to those in an enabling relationship with someone in an addiction. Now its meaning has broadened to...