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About this blog: About this blog: I am a LMFT specializing in couples counseling and grief and have lived in Silicon Valley since 1969. I'm the president of Connect2 Marriage Counseling. I worked in high-tech at Apple, Stanford University, and in ... (More)
About this blog: About this blog: I am a LMFT specializing in couples counseling and grief and have lived in Silicon Valley since 1969. I'm the president of Connect2 Marriage Counseling. I worked in high-tech at Apple, Stanford University, and in Silicon Valley for 15 years before becoming a therapist. My background in high-tech is helpful in understanding local couples' dynamics and the pressures of living here. I am a wife, mom, sister, friend, author, and lifelong advocate for causes I believe in (such as marriage equality). My parents are both deceased. My son graduated culinary school and is heading toward a degree in Sociology. I enjoy reading, hiking, water fitness, movies, 49ers and Stanford football, Giants baseball, and riding a tandem bike with my husband. I love the beach and mountains; nature is my place of restoration. In my work with couples, and in this blog, I combine knowledge from many fields to bring you my best ideas, tips, tools and skills, plus book and movie reviews, and musings to help you be your genuine self, find your own voice, and have a happy and healthy relationship. Don't be surprised to hear about brain research and business skills, self-soothing techniques from all walks of life, suggestions and experiments, and anything that lights my passion for couples. (Author and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Calif. Lic # MFC 45204.) (Hide)
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College Students who Come from a Helicopter Parent(s) Upbringing
Feb 25, 2022 10:49 am
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Please note: I am not judging helicopter parents; I just want the best for you and your kids.
I know a young man finishing up his undergrad education. He has... More
Feb 25, 2022 10:49 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 8,867
Please note: I am not judging helicopter parents; I just want the best for you and your kids.
I know a young man finishing up his undergrad education. He has... More
How to Do a Systems Review of Your Relationship
Feb 18, 2022 10:38 am
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I’ve seen a lot of couples over the years that want to “fix” their marriage. They mostly want to continue doing exactly what they’ve been... More
Feb 18, 2022 10:38 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 2,662
I’ve seen a lot of couples over the years that want to “fix” their marriage. They mostly want to continue doing exactly what they’ve been... More
How to Integrate your Gift into a Healthy Life
Feb 12, 2022 9:15 am
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I’m writing to you from Ashland, Oregon, famous for their Shakespeare Festival. I notice how much slower the pace is here than in Silicon Valley. I observe... More
Feb 12, 2022 9:15 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 5,714
I’m writing to you from Ashland, Oregon, famous for their Shakespeare Festival. I notice how much slower the pace is here than in Silicon Valley. I observe... More
Valentine’s Day: How to Make it Personal this Year
Feb 4, 2022 9:41 am
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Expectations surrounding Valentine’s Day can turn an opportunity to give and be given love and care (which we all need daily) into a pressure-cooker.
I... More
Feb 4, 2022 9:41 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 4,958
Expectations surrounding Valentine’s Day can turn an opportunity to give and be given love and care (which we all need daily) into a pressure-cooker.
I... More
Miscarriage
Jan 28, 2022 4:11 pm
Comments: 2 | Views: 6,677
I initially posted this in 2014, and readers found it helpful, so I'm sharing it with you again.
I have been pregnant seven times. I wanted two children. I have... More
Jan 28, 2022 4:11 pm
Comments: 2 | Views: 6,677
I initially posted this in 2014, and readers found it helpful, so I'm sharing it with you again.
I have been pregnant seven times. I wanted two children. I have... More
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