What an incredible time of change, adjustment, fear, lack of predictability – and transition. Transition away from school. Transition away from work. Transition away from social engagements, friends and extended family. Transition, really, away from Life as we have always known it. Including, transition away from the very relational connections that have served to support…(Read More)
“Goose, they’re right below us! ” Maverick exclaimed, sweat dripping through squinted eyes. “I can’t shoot the son-of-a-b*tch!” “Maverick, get down here!” the Captain commanded, in between chain-smoking breaths of exasperation. “Goose, Cougar’s in trouble! That MIG really screwed him up. I don’t think…(Read More)
Thanksgiving is traditionally a time of joyful coming together; a celebration of gratitude, thanks and giving, amongst a warm and welcoming backdrop of family, friends and food. For those fortunate enough to have had positive memories associated with this tradition, the upcoming holiday is anticipated with enthusiasm and warm expectation. But for others…(Read More)
Our team recently had the honor of dining with Dr Jeffrey Zeig, the Founder and Director of the Milton H. Erickson Foundation and tireless architect of the Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference. Over glasses of wine and fantastic fare, we introduced ourselves by sharing candidly who had been the most influential Master of…(Read More)
I recently had the opportunity to attend my first-ever Evolution of Psychotherapy conference. What has aptly become known as the “Woodstock of Psychotherapy,” this comprehensive conference takes place only once every 4-5 years and accommodates 8000 enthusiastic psycho-fans, across 3 expansive venues, within the Anaheim convention center. In short, it is the…(Read More)
These days it seems like there’s a catastrophic event every few days. From natural disasters to senseless massacres to global threats to pain in our personal lives, so many of us are incredibly aware of the darker side of life that seems to be omnipresent right now. I’ve heard from countless clients…(Read More)