My Next Chapter
It is with a sense of wonder, curiosity, sadness, and gratitude that I am announcing the closing of my Ithaca-based psychotherapy practice.
Winter Seminar: Nurturing Peace & Meaning During the Holiday Season
When we care for others, whether professionally or as family, we may feel time passes very quickly just as we have a longing to slow down and savor it.
As Nature slows for the Winter Season, and many traditions celebrate mid-winter holidays and Holy days, we offer this virtual seminar as a safe space to pause in quiet contemplation with a small community of fellow travelers.
How to Listen when Depression Symptoms are Speaking
Depression in Elders may mimic dementia, or signal the beginning of another illness. It can shine light on the need to heal old wounds in the final stage of life. Family members who provide care for an Elder may be at significantly greater risk for depression...New Year’s Resolutions: Move from a “to DO” list to a “to BE” list.
Like many people at year’s end, I am both looking backward to reflect on all that has happened, and forward to the opportunities and blessings of a new year. We often generate a list of resolutions for the fresh start we feel with the coming of a new year, but just as...Don’t wait! You can have a refreshing ‘Retreat’ today!
Mrs. Jenson is a full-time care partner for her husband, who has had a severe stroke. It’s very hard work, but she has some help in the home, as well as wonderfully supportive family, and she is able to get out for church and social activities. Every so often,...A Celtic Formula for Healing
I remember reading once that the Ancient Celtic prescription for physical and emotional healing was “laughter, sorrow, and rest.” (If you know where I heard this, please let me know and I’ll give proper attribution!) This weekend I was reminded of...
Passionate about person-directed, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approaches to care that maximize well-being for every member of the care partner team!