I have many parents who come to my office – either ordered by the court to do so, or of their own volition. One of the documents I give them is this writing by Robert Emery, PhD, entitled “The Children’s Bill of Rights in Divorce.” It is an excellent reminder to parents about how to see things from their kids’ points of view. If parents can put the children’s rights before their own needs there … [Read more...]
Happiness: It’s All In Your Head
I love it when my clients bring great information to me to read. Recently I had a session with a client I have been seeing in therapy for several years now. He has made great progress, and will sometimes bring me an article he has found helpful. It's all about using brain science to make you happy. I've put together an abridged version below, but you should read the entire Time article here … [Read more...]
“Chip, the Puppy With Two Homes”
Book Review of Chip, the Puppy With Two Homes written and recorded by Jodi Hassler, MA, LPC. Sometimes we struggle with “good” ways to talk to children about difficult situations, especially young children who might have a difficult time expressing their “bad” feelings about a divorce and living in two homes. It is disruptive for children to develop the new “two homes system” – typically one with … [Read more...]