Avoidant attachment is common. Some estimate that about 50% of people have a secure attachment style, 20% anxious attachment style, 25% avoidant attachment style, and 5% fearful/ambivalent/disorganized attachment style. That means about 1 in 4 ...
Loneliness in relationship is common. According to a national survey conducted by AARP, 34% of married people above 45 years old reported feeling lonely. In my work as a couples therapist, loneliness is one of the main reasons that couples seek ...
Dating can be hard and can trigger a lot of anxiety. You might feel exposed, vulnerable, scared of failure, and yet afraid of success. You might be worried about how your date will perceive you, judge you, and evaluate your worthiness. You might ...
Think about starting work tomorrow. How do you feel? Do you notice your body tighten, your breath becomes shorter, your heart racing? Do you feel a sense of dread, anxiety, or exhaustion? Do you feel trapped, helpless, and unsure how to get ...
In the months leading up to welcoming a new baby, and even months after the baby finally arrives, you’re spending a lot of time reading, prepping, and planning.
You’re babyproofing your entire house, and your list will probably include some of ...
Our phones are often one of the first things we reach for when we wake up in the morning and the last thing we touch before bed. Is the goal to check in with loved ones, connect deeply, and wish each other well? Not likely, most of us want to see ...
Are you noticing yourself feel less confident in social settings? This is a common experience for folks these days. Maybe you are finally returning to the office. That wedding finally got put on the calendar. Or maybe you are trying to get back ...
Do you worry so much about others negatively judging you that you have difficulty getting through the day?
Do you struggle with feeling especially self-conscious meeting new people, making presentations at work, or other public activities?
Do ...
The coronavirus pandemic continues and the world continues to deal with its impact on our lives. How are you managing right now? You have been through a lot.
You are not alone if you feel this period of loss, tension, and uncertainty in your mind ...
