Couples Therapy

The Closer I Get, the Further My Partner Pulls Away—Addressing Sex Drive Misalignment

Sex drive misalignment is a common issue, even in happy long-term relationships. It’s important to understand that there are workable solutions for committed, caring couples. As long as both you and your partner truly want to make it work, you can find a way to ensure that you’re both happy with your sex life.

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January 17, 2022

Men's Counseling

Empathy for Antonio Brown

Before I can write this, I have to make a confession.  As a Pittsburgh Steelers fan from the womb, I LOVED Antonio Brown.  For a time he was hands-down my…

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January 15, 2022

Women's Counseling

How to Let Go of the Feeling That You Have to be Superwoman

The truth is that lots of women feel the pressure to be superwoman. Yet this is an impossible ideal. These tips will help you let go of the idea that you’re required to be superwoman in order to be truly happy and successful.

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January 3, 2022

Life Transitions / Men's Counseling / Uncategorized / Women's Counseling

Make Your Resolutions Count

It's that time of year again where people make grand promises to themselves or others about what it is they want to improve about themselves or their life situation, and…

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December 31, 2021

Chronic Pain and Illness / Men's Counseling / Uncategorized / Women's Counseling

Supporting Men Facing Prostate Cancer

In this article, Dr. Mitch Hicks explores some of the emotional impacts and challenges to identity a man faces when diagnosed with prostate cancer. “Mr. Jones, your biopsy results are back.  I’m afraid…

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July 25, 2021

Trauma Therapy

What Are Microtraumas and Why Do They Matter?

You are probably familiar with the concept of trauma. But many people do not know what microtraumas are, despite the fact that many of us will deal with such experiences…

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July 24, 2021

Men's Counseling / Women's Counseling

Reframing Expectations: Overcoming Societal Pressure with a Realistic Outlook

Sometimes, the weight of societal expectations can feel like a huge burden. Perhaps you feel you need to look a certain way, and you just can’t meet that cultural standard.…

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July 24, 2021

Couples Therapy / Men's Counseling / Women's Counseling

What is Emotional Disengagement and How Can It Hurt Your Relationship?

Lately, it seems like you and your partner barely talk. Maybe you’ve tried to tell them about an incident that upset you, but they simply ignored you. Or perhaps they…

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July 23, 2021

Men's Counseling

How Did I Get Here: How Problematic Pornography Use Gets Started

 In this article, Dr. Mitch Hicks lays out a few of the reasons that a man might begin looking at pornography, and hints at how casual use can devolve into…

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July 23, 2021

Insomnia Treatment

Finding a Safe Space with the Crosswinds of COVID-19

In this article, clinical psychologist Dr. Vilija Ball presents us with the things that fuel our anxiety and disrupt our sleep during this time of uncertainty. Specifically, Dr. Ball: Identifies a number…

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July 23, 2021