Posts from the ‘History of Abuse’ Category

I am a therapist who focuses on relationships — on the radio, online and in my books. This is a place to share my thoughts and interact with you — I'd love to hear from you because I believe that we all learn from sharing our experiences and ideas.

On my radio show I interviewed guests who presented their unique perspectives and expertise on topics that covered all aspects of relationships. The authors and experts I chatted with offered advice for understanding ourselves and others better.

If you missed the radio station broadcasts, you can download my podcasts from iTunes. Some past shows are also available on the video archive page.

Just As You Are offers simple tips to help you overcome feelings of inadequacy and unworthiness, stop comparing yourself to others, and be more open and accepting of all aspects of who you are.

Using schema therapy and mindfulness-based approaches this book will help you work through painful emotions and negative thoughts, recognize and change unhelpful behaviors, and bring you closer to the loving and lasting connections that you deserve.

Communication Skills for Teens provides the guidance you need to become a better communicator and succeed in all areas of life. Each chapter focuses on one key aspect of communication, offers a real teen's perspective, and includes practical exercises to help you apply what you've learned.

This important workbook offers a breakthrough anxiety solution based in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help you understand and overcome your fears and worries, rather than try to avoid them.

Based in schema therapy, this book can help you repair your relationship by getting to the root of why your partner criticizes you so that you both can build a more loving and supportive partnership.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Interpersonal Problems: Using Mindfulness, Acceptance, and Schema Awareness to Change Interpersonal Behaviors (this book is for clinicians).

The Interpersonal Problems Workbook:
ACT to End Painful Relationship Patterns.
A New Harbinger self-help book.