How to Maintain a Positive Frame of Mind…a 3 Part Process

There are a few simple truths behind most psychological pain…not wanting what “is” to be true or real… wishing that something that did happen… did not happen. It can be very difficult to dislodge a person’s beliefs when they are fixated on a slight, an injury, a loss or an attack…whether it be psychological or emotional. As … Read more

Boundaries, Scheduling and People Pleasing…

Anyone who knows me even peripherally… knows I’m a prolific scheduler! Aspects of my work and personal schedule were mapped out for 2016 two months ago! Going back to the days of the multi-ring binder Franklin Planners and the Palm Pilot…or even my college planner…I’ve used scheduling primarily as a way to- set my intention for … Read more

Breakthrough Moments!

My breakthrough moments always came when I was just doing what I loved! After graduating from Clemson University in 1996 with a BA in Psychology, I had no idea what I would do next. I was rejected by the graduate programs I had hoped to attend. I was literally crying on the phone to my … Read more

Talk About Yourself…Your Goals, Skills, Plans and Dreams!

Many people are uncomfortable talking about themselves. They are reluctant or reticent to tell others: who they are, what their goals are; about their gifts; even about their plans; and lastly about their dreams! I have found this to be particularly true about helping professionals (Counselors and even Coaches). The reasons seem to be myriad … Read more