Here are the seven hallmarks of a healthy relationship: affection, caring, mutual respect, open communication, joint discussion of both partners' wants and needs, working as a team with shared responsibility for home and happiness, and commitment to a future together.
Read MoreEveryone has heard the expression: "me, myself and I". Recently, I have been utilizing this saying as a way of understanding 3 different states of a person. It is turning out to be quite helpful for individual clients and couples.
Read MoreIn the summer of 2004, I was in between offices and looking for a place to practice. I had heard of the "Heartwood Center" and that it was some kind of holistic center in Evanston.
Read MoreI would like to invite you to read a great article entitled "The New Psychiatry: The Rise of Natural Mental Health" that you can find in the July/August issue of the magazine Psychotherapy Networker.
Read MoreI will be conducting a workshop coming up March 3rd from 1pm to 3pm at the CG Jung Center in Evanston. Mindfulness: Ancient Technique for Modern Practice.
Read MoreI read a fantastic article in the October issue of Natural Awakenings entitled "Training the World's Hearts to Beat as One," an interview with stem-cell biologist Bruce Lipton, Ph.D. I learned about epigenetics — how perception influences genetics.
Read MoreA funny thing happened on the way to the office. From my road trip of last month, I found a nice art piece in Brown County, Indiana. I put it up in my office, only to realize that by adding it something shifted.
Read MoreWhy is this combination beneficial? The body is the mirror of the unconscious. Bodywork can bring emotional issues to the surface as body structures are realigned or shifted into proper places. Psychotherapy may be needed to process the feelings that arise.
Read MoreGroups provide ongoing energy and support for the difficult work that members seek to accomplish. Participants have transitioned from one-to-one therapy with me to the group setting after a good therapeutic alliance has been established.
Read MoreEffective communication by two people will involve clear messaging that is hearable and specific. It requires that while one person is speaking, the other is listening. Empathetic listening involves listening with the head and the heart.
Read MoreCall David at 847-475-3017 to schedule a free consultation.
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