Relationship Building
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Family
The Notebook
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article explores a ritual families can participate in at Christmas. This ritual is one that helps members of...
Feeling Crazy - The Effects of Addiction on the Family
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article describes the serious and debilitating effects of addiction on the family. Hopes for rehabilitation are...
Suicide Prevention: Making the Connection
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., LCSW
Suicide is a very complex subject and is usually not about death at all but rather about wanting to stop the pain...
Trauma, Long-term Stress and People
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Ever have someone in your life who just seems to challenge every bit of your patience? If so, then this article may...
What I Wish More Men Knew
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Men often do not know things like how much delight their children take in them. Here a therapist who has seen...
Men In Leadership: Brave Acts, Vulnerable Hearts
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Men in leadership roles in today’s society have unique challenges. This article encourages men to fill these roles...
What Men Wish Women Knew
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Interviewing a number of gentlemen, Brenda presents concisely and directly the thoughts and concerns these men...
Powerful Dads and Pretty Daughters
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., LCSW
Dads have a tremendous amount of influence in the lives of their daughters. This article outlines the ways in which...
Boys to Men - Normal Developmental Markers
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article describes the normal developmental changes boys go through in adolescence from ages 13-15. It...
Honor Widows
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Widowhood is one of those transitions that is easily dismissed and greatly misunderstood. As someone who watched her...
