Why Boundaries Matter You love your partner—but sometimes, you feel torn between wanting closeness and needing space. That tug-of-war is exactly where boundaries belong. After 20 years as a couples counselor, I can tell you this: boundaries aren’t barriers to love—they’re bridges. They make closeness...
Love doesn’t fade overnight—it fades when we stop asking, “Who are you becoming?” After more than 20 years as a couples counselor, I’ve seen one habit consistently predict relationship longevity better than almost anything else: curiosity. When partners stay genuinely curious about each other, they...
When anxiety shows up in your relationship, it can feel like you’re the problem—or that love shouldn’t feel this hard. The truth is, your anxiety has a story, and so does your heart. With the right support, you can learn to calm your body, steady...
If you’ve ever felt like your mind is running multiple tabs at once—each competing for your attention—living with ADHD can feel exhausting. But there’s hope. As a psychiatrist with two decades of experience supporting children, teens, and adults, I’ve seen how the right ADHD medication...
Perfection can look like straight-A report cards and neatly color-coded binders—but it can also hide sleepless nights, tears over tiny mistakes, and “I’m never good enough” whispers you only hear at home. If your child seems driven and accomplished on the outside but tense, rigid,...
Anxiety may feel powerful, but your story is stronger. Every woman who has faced panic, fear, or uncertainty carries a resilience that deserves to be seen—and supported. These real stories show what happens when courage meets care: healing becomes possible, hope becomes practical, and peace...