By Jonathan Pishner This article is for those in a long term relationship that has been toxic for a long time, who just can't get it to work and are desperate for change. Almost all of us have experienced bad relationships and the pain they cause. It seems like you've tried everything, and nothing [...]
By Laura Walls Recently, I have gotten a lot of referrals for young adults who are struggling at college. This can look very different for each student but what almost all of them have in common is failing classes. They may also be isolated and distant or partying hard and moody. Whatever the case, [...]
By: Jonathan Pishner When I mentioned in passing the other day that I treat video game addiction and porn addiction, the question came up: "Wait, is that a real addiction?" The short answer is yes. The long answer is a little more complicated. Being addicted to a behavior is known as “process addiction” or [...]
By Laura Walls When others hear about an abusive relationship, most people, who have never experienced one themselves, are shocked and confused. They often ask, “Why doesn’t the person just leave?” In fact, clients of mine report that is the question they hear most often both during and after the relationship. From the outside, [...]
By Jonathan Pishner If you struggle with anger and rage, then you're very familiar with two things. The buildup, when you're starting to feel frustrated and angry. Someone won't shut up, or things just won't go right, and you can feel the pressure building. The blowup, that moment when you finally snap, and you no [...]
By Laura Walls After the holidays, many parents worry about whether their children appreciate all they have gotten from friends and family. Parents want their children to show their appreciation; no one enjoys the embarrassment of a child who throws a gift aside in disgust. So, what can parents do to help their children be [...]
By Jonathan Pishner The time from Thanksgiving to New Year's can be a great time of year. Lots of food, visiting friends and family, parties, travel, gifts, there are all kinds of things to enjoy during the holiday season. Sadly, many people feel upset and stressed during this season. I'd like to point out the [...]
By: Jonathan Pishner Helping a child deal with a loss can feel very complicated. Parents sometimes struggle with how to tell their child that a [...]
By Laura Walls I have people ask me all the time, “How do I know when I need to call a therapist for my child?” That is a great question. Sometimes it is very hard to distinguish between typical changes of childhood and changes to be concerned about. Children go through a lot of stages [...]
by Jonathan Pishner The self-help industry has been booming for years, and it shows no signs of slowing down. Every year, largely thanks to the internet, more and more self-help material is being produced. Books, blogs, video channels, covering every topic from fighting depression to losing weight to stopping smoking. And some of them are [...]