3 Comforting Ways to Grieve the Loss of Family & Friends

The deep sadness of grief can be one of the most gripping emotions we face as human beings.  Losing a loved one, or friend, or pet, or a colleague, can leave us feeling devastated,...

Don’t Let Burnout get the Best of You!

Burnout is a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. It occurs when you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, and unable to meet constant demands (Smith, Segal, Robinson, &...

The Trauma of Family Separation

Alan Sroufe, Professor Emeritus of Child Psychology at the University of Minnesota, describes the necessary bond between parent and child this way (as cited in Divecha, 2017): Attachment is a relationship in the service of...

5 Ways to Cultivate Creativity in Life and Work

I believe that all human beings are creative, and that creative thinking is a central part of self-expression.  Self-expression is a gift we give ourselves and the world.  Creativity, therefore, is at the heart...

Children and Trauma: Strategies for Supporting

Dogs have long been considered our most faithful companions. I did not fully understand the rewards of being a dog owner until my son and daughter, at the time ages 13 and 10, convinced...