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In the field of counseling, every few years a “new “type of therapeutic or counseling technique is espoused and marketed to those working in the field or maybe directly sold to the “self-help” consumer

While staying at a local B&B in Mexico, the owner asked me if I wanted to participate in the building of an altar for the courtyard of the house. -- Image Source I immediately agreed, thinking it would

Creativity is important to success. I firmly believe that creativity is a firm indicator of intelligence. -- Image Source If you think of all the famous people throughout history who were known for their

"Tell me about your environment, who do you spend time with outside of work?" -- Image Source This is a common question I ask many clients I work with in both my counseling and coaching practice.

Let's face it, there are times in our lives when we all lack courage. -- Image Source During my recent nomadic travels overseas, there were many situations where I found my courage wanting. It's hard not

Can one have so much ambition and successfully build a well-known, income-generating business while devoting himself (or herself) to intense philosophical growth at the same time? -- Image Source This

Many of us have mentors throughout our lives. Usually, our parents are our first mentors/role models. -- Image Source As we grow older, we sometimes pick up more along the way: teachers, professors,

I mostly counsel adults but often they ask me about their kids. -- Image Source Kids face a lot of stress growing up, especially at school. It's hard for most of us to relate to it because compared to

Every day you’re responsible for making decisions in a variety of areas in your life from work to relationships to what you want for dinner. -- Image Source Some people prefer to make decisions based on

What is your definition of success in life? -- Image Source For this post, I'm staying away from the holidays. I had an interesting conversation with a friend this past weekend about a few interesting

Do you give and give of yourself until you feel exhausted? Do you tend to put others needs before your own? -- Image Source Do you allow others to frequently violate your personal space? If so, you may

In a previous post, I discussed the importance of shutting off your autopilot once a day and practicing a little mindfulness. -- Image Source Now I want to talk to you about engaging with others, FULLY

Being an effective communicator; one of the most important skills you can learn in life. -- Image Source Unfortunately, most of us are very poor at communicating our thoughts and needs to others. There

I work with a lot of people who struggle with various addictions. -- Image Source Some struggle with alcohol or other drug addictions and other struggles with what is commonly called “process addictions”

Confidence is supposed to be this magic ingredient that makes us great at everything. -- Image Source It solves all your problems. Can't find a date? Start building confidence. Not promoted at work? Be

So winter has started baring its icicle fangs here in Northern Virginia. -- Image Source The temperature is dropping and the cold air is very noticeable. Lately, I have been extremely busy inside my little

Here at my Fairfax office, one of my specialties is working with people who have ADHD and other executive function issues. -- Image Source Many of my clients are adults who are living with another adult.

Recently, I have begun martial arts training again after many years of not being involved in this type of physical training. -- Image Source Fitness has always been important to me so the physicality of

I had a client not too long ago re-teach me a valuable lesson. -- Image Source I say “re-teach” because quite frankly I should have known better. This was a concept which was taught to me in graduate school