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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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Couples: What’s Important about Valentine’s Day?
Feb 1, 2018 9:16 am
Comments: 2 | Views: 28,579
I’m going to share some thoughts about what is and is not important about Valentine’s Day. This is not a complete list. Add your thoughts and ideas as... More
Feb 1, 2018 9:16 am
Comments: 2 | Views: 28,579
I’m going to share some thoughts about what is and is not important about Valentine’s Day. This is not a complete list. Add your thoughts and ideas as... More
"The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work" by John Gottman
Mar 23, 2018 3:28 pm
Comments: 2 | Views: 28,540
Dr. John Gottman is best known for the extensive couples research he's conducted over many years at his institute in Seattle -- fondly known as the "Love Lab."... More
Mar 23, 2018 3:28 pm
Comments: 2 | Views: 28,540
Dr. John Gottman is best known for the extensive couples research he's conducted over many years at his institute in Seattle -- fondly known as the "Love Lab."... More
Couples: Thanks
Feb 22, 2019 5:15 pm
Comments: 2 | Views: 28,527
I was out ill for a week a while back, and needed minor surgery. I often remind clients to say thanks to their partner for all s/he does, and to share specific appreciation... More
Feb 22, 2019 5:15 pm
Comments: 2 | Views: 28,527
I was out ill for a week a while back, and needed minor surgery. I often remind clients to say thanks to their partner for all s/he does, and to share specific appreciation... More
Attraction to a Person Outside Your Relationship
Sep 21, 2017 7:41 am
Comments: 2 | Views: 28,467
“It was not [a summons . . . it was simply a desire to escape from what I had.”
--Rachel Cask, Outline
I’ve taken Rachel’s words out... More
Sep 21, 2017 7:41 am
Comments: 2 | Views: 28,467
“It was not [a summons . . . it was simply a desire to escape from what I had.”
--Rachel Cask, Outline
I’ve taken Rachel’s words out... More
An Excerpt from my New Novel
May 3, 2017 9:42 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 28,371
As promised, here's and excerpt from my novel. The scene is Caroline's first date in 27 years:
“Caroline?” His voice would be a baritone, if he’s... More
May 3, 2017 9:42 am
Comments: 0 | Views: 28,371
As promised, here's and excerpt from my novel. The scene is Caroline's first date in 27 years:
“Caroline?” His voice would be a baritone, if he’s... More
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