Spiritual trauma can be difficult to name. But if you’ve experienced it, you know how deeply it can shape your life. I’ve worked with clients who’ve been told that their worth depends on obedience. Others who’ve been discouraged from trusting their own thoughts or feelings. Some who still carry fear, not just of people, but of God’s judgment. For many,...[ read more ]
In my work as a counselor and pastor, I’ve had many people walk into my office carrying invisible burdens. These include traumas from childhood, painful memories from relationships, or moments of loss that still sting years later. These experiences can quietly shape how we see ourselves, how we relate to others, and even how we relate to God. One of...[ read more ]
A question I often get a lot as a marriage counselor in Atlanta is "Why do you not take insurance?". I know that a lot of people are confused when therapists and counselors don't take insurance. But let me reassure you, there is a good reason. Insurance is thought to cover what you need and be a safety net. But...[ read more ]
You've taken the steps to begin relationship counseling. Maybe you're both ready to work through communication issues, or perhaps one partner is dealing with personal challenges that are affecting the relationship. Whatever the reason, starting relationship counseling can feel intimidating and uncertain. You might not know what to expect or how it will benefit your relationship. That's why I wrote...[ read more ]
You and your partner are considering marriage counseling, but you can't help but wonder why couples go to counseling in the first place. Is it only when they are on the brink of divorce? Maybe it is a last resort? To be truthful, this is often what couples do but that doesn't mean marriage counseling is only for troubled relationships....[ read more ]
As a marriage counselor in Atlanta, GA, I get this question a lot, "Why should a couple consider a marital intensive?" My answer is always the same. It's an investment in your most valuable relationship - your marriage. Couples often come to me when they are on the brink of divorce, feeling like they have exhausted all other options and...[ read more ]
When people think of marriage counseling, they might hesitant. They may think, "Do we really need this? Our relationship isn't that bad..." then they start thinking back. Well, I do tend to yell at my partner rather than calmly communicate my feelings. And we haven't had a real date night in months. But what if there was a way to...[ read more ]
When you start off married, the only focus outside of work and hobbies are each other. Marriage is an exciting journey that begins with two people committing to love and support each other for better or for worse, in sickness and in health, until death do them apart. But as the years pass by, couples often face new challenges that...[ read more ]
When you undergo the transformation of becoming a grandparent, your relationship not only changes with your child but also with your grandchild. As a grandparent, you may find yourself in new roles that require navigating relationships with both your adult children and grandchildren. But, let me be honest, it's hard. You want to continuously help your child, but they're grown....[ read more ]
The holidays are approaching, and with them comes introducing your partner to your family. Family gatherings seem to be the easiest place to introduce your partner to your loved ones, but what happens if your family doesn't approve of your significant other? First, I need to note that if you're my daughter and you're reading this, this doesn't apply to...[ read more ]