Dr dan

Deep Sadness Can Deepen Love

Joy’s smile is much closer to tears than it is to laughter. —Victor Hugo, Hernani... >>

Are You Addicted to Your Relationship?

We’ve all been through it: the incessant checking of our phone, the tossing and turning... >>

Having Healthy Sex and Relationships After Sexual Abuse

Sexual trauma, abuse and violence impact a surprisingly large number of people — maybe even... >>

Defense Mechanisms

“When children are faced with pain and anxiety in their developmental years, they develop defense... >>

Addiction Recovery: Why My Approach Is Trauma-Informed

It’s so hard to watch a loved one struggle with addiction. Whether it’s to using... >>

How’s That Working for You?

Why are we so stubborn about changing certain patterns? “What would you say is your... >>

Are You Expecting Too Much from Your Partner?

These 7 ways we over-rely on our partner can seriously hurt our relationship. When a... >>

The Wellness Paradox: The Stress of Being Healthy

With one quick scroll through my Instagram explore page, I’ve already found one post telling... >>

Mr. Rogers is Right: Secure Attachment Allows for Growth After Trauma

Childhood is a critical time for discovering and enhancing the secure attachment ideally built in... >>

Tools for Surviving a Breakup

Psychologists well know that a romantic breakup is one of the most traumatic experiences a... >>