When infidelity in relationships is discovered or disclosed, intense conflict and emotions usually lead to a crisis and a complete lack of trust. Infidelity could occur in various ways and unfaithfulness could often be extremely complex. It is a misconception that infidelity only affects troubled relationships, as many strong relationships also experience infidelity. We then...
Irrational beliefs are a series of beliefs or thoughts that are learned in different ways throughout our lives. You can learn them through interactions with others, life experiences, and through modeling from your parents or other important people in your life. These beliefs are often subconscious and they affect how we view the world, how...
Illness is something we will all experience in our lifetimes whether it’s the flu or something more serious like cancer. Here, we will be addressing the challenges of serious illness. It is usually difficult to cope with the changes in emotional, physical, and financial needs that illness often brings. Best case scenario is that it...
As psychologists and therapists, we often encounter women experiencing varying symptoms of depression following childbirth. The majority of women experience typical baby blues, but some women experience more severe symptoms that meet criteria for postpartum depression. Postpartum depression can often be mistaken for typical baby blues and may have a long-term impact on the new...
As experienced psychologists, we often encounter people who suffer from anxiety, depression, or other psychological problems during, and soon after the holiday season. Although the holiday season is supposed to be a happy time for most, it may also trigger negative symptoms for many. This is often described as the holiday blues, but it is...
Around this time of year we often think about our resolutions for the upcoming year and think back on our resolutions from the previous year and often realize that we were not as successful as we intended to be. Whether our resolution was to lose 10 pounds or spend more time with our family, we...
