I have been learning a lot about JOY and brain science lately. Joy is a state of peace and happiness that comes from accomplishment of goals, life satisfaction, relationships, or recovery... [READ MORE]

Whenever you are dealing with any form of Trauma or past Abuse, your story is unique to you. No matter how many stories you hear that are "Like" yours, it is never exactly the same. A 'Survivor'... [READ MORE]

In so many couples that I work with, trust always emerges. How can you trust someone, if you are fighting, disrespecting each other, being critical, or causing emotional or physical... [READ MORE]

Winter is a season that I get tired of. I love the beauty of the snow, but not the hassle of the cold, coats, shovelling, etc. It is just a lot of extra work. Being in counselling can be a lot... [READ MORE]

After the busyness of the holidays, you may find yourself falling into the couch and looking across the room at your spouse and wonder "who are you?". Entering into January can present... [READ MORE]

One of the most challenging times of year has to be the Christmas season. While it meant to a celebration with friends and family, it can often be a time of increased frustration, financial... [READ MORE]

Many people are in a state of "coping". They may be stressed with their work, their home life, or they may be dealing with the loss of someone special, or you may just be plain overwhelmed... [READ MORE]

They keys to change can be so simple at times. These keys are not the actions, but the mindsets that couples need to have to be successful in communicating through their problems. I... [READ MORE]

The problem with a sex addiction is the secrets. The whole thing is kept as a lie, a disquise, its hidden away so that now one else will know. Once it is found out, addicts will do anything... [READ MORE]

When your marriage experiences difficulties, it is most often not one big problem. It is usually a series of events that has occurred over a long period of time. Some of the hurts can... [READ MORE]