Dr dan

Making Sense of Your Covid Story

New Year’s is often seen as a time to create a new story. This year,... >>

How to Let People Help You

All of us have a longing to be the recipient of caring gestures and offerings... >>

Injured, Not Broken: Why It’s So Hard to Know You Have CPTSD

When a child experiences neglect, anxiety, or danger repeatedly in a close relationship, that child... >>

How is CPTSD Different from PTSD?

Trauma can take many forms. You may have heard of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Most... >>

Why We Must Keep Nurturing Connection

If these past 18 months have forced us to evaluate anything, it’s the importance of... >>

Genuine Relating in an Imperfect World

Real-World Romance for Real-Life Partners Last month, I finished revising and updating The Fantasy Bond... >>

How to Help Your Child Get Things Done (Without a Fight)

Many parents struggle with repeated conflicts with their kids. One moment may be about getting... >>

Are You Swiping Right on Your Attachment Style?

How your attachment style may be sabotaging your finding love. Over the years, I have... >>

Rudeness and Disrespect: What to Do and How to Manage

I often hear aggravation from parents about their child’s “disrespect,” “rudeness,” or “cussing” when describing... >>

The Importance of Gratitude When You Have to Face Trauma Today

You might be standing in a room with hundred-dollar bills blowing everywhere, but if you... >>