Back when I was strongly encouraged to attend the 12-step program of Alcoholics Anonymous, I was immediately turned off. “It’s a religious cult”. My kids were right. The fellowship of AA swore up and down that we were not required Read more
In the last decade, young men in the US have been struggling. They are depressed, bitter, angry, and feeling lost. I will be exploring what is happening with these young men through my own personal lens as a gambling-focused therapist. Read more
I’ve always been fascinated by the slang phrase “chasing the dragon”. It originated in Hong Kong during the 1950’s. The combination of the aluminum foil and the vapors coming off the heated heroin gave the illusion of a dragon. Being Read more
How do you know if you’re really in love or just infatuated? What’s the difference between falling in love and BEING in love? Couple’s counselor and Addiction specialist, Max, is here to tell us the difference. He is also going Read more
Laying down a small bet while watching the 49ers can make the game more exciting.Watching the Academy Awards is spiced up by betting on who will win. So what’s the problem? Nothing, unless your loved one is placing hundreds of Read more
Many people overindulge during the holidays. Drinking and partying with friends and family go hand in hand with the fiesta. Sure, there’s always a few people who go overboard. After a few too many some become loud, mean and embarrassing Read more
The act of forgiving our partner unburdens us from unhelpful feelings such as resentment and bitterness. By mending our relationship, we are healing ourselves. We are not denying the pain and hurt that our partner has caused. Instead, we are being adults. Adults can rise above their worst instincts and be their better selves.
The process of recovering from an Affair is grueling and, for many, just too great a mountain to climb. Healing a marriage after an affair takes a total commitment to three principles: honesty, vulnerability and patiently rebuilding trust.
Many people want to know whether their partner are alcoholics. It’s a crucial question for those of us whose lives or relationships are way off track. Yet it’s frustrating to get a satisfying answer-After all there is no blood Read more