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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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"The 5 Love Languages" by Gary Chapman
Aug 23, 2019 8:51 am
Comments: 3 | Views: 25,171
If I had to pick a triumvirate of books for couples, "The 5 Love Languages" is one of the chosen three (along with "We Do" and "Difficult... More
Aug 23, 2019 8:51 am
Comments: 3 | Views: 25,171
If I had to pick a triumvirate of books for couples, "The 5 Love Languages" is one of the chosen three (along with "We Do" and "Difficult... More
I smile, I laugh, and pretend I’m okay
Mar 1, 2019 1:14 pm
Comments: 2 | Views: 25,154
I went to a memorial service for Andres Miranda, who almost made it to 20 years old. He died of Cystic Fibrosis (CF) after having been diagnosed at 4 months. The... More
Mar 1, 2019 1:14 pm
Comments: 2 | Views: 25,154
I went to a memorial service for Andres Miranda, who almost made it to 20 years old. He died of Cystic Fibrosis (CF) after having been diagnosed at 4 months. The... More
Couples: The ABCs of Love
Feb 23, 2018 1:26 pm
Comments: 0 | Views: 25,086
I came across a new book for you to read. Whether you are just starting out together or have been a couple for a while, whether you are doing well or struggling,... More
Feb 23, 2018 1:26 pm
Comments: 0 | Views: 25,086
I came across a new book for you to read. Whether you are just starting out together or have been a couple for a while, whether you are doing well or struggling,... More
Couples: Do You Have a Good Investment Plan?
Dec 28, 2017 9:43 pm
Comments: 0 | Views: 25,083
I’m not talking about a financial investment plan this time, although I do also recommend that (money is a huge hot spot for many couples). I’m referring... More
Dec 28, 2017 9:43 pm
Comments: 0 | Views: 25,083
I’m not talking about a financial investment plan this time, although I do also recommend that (money is a huge hot spot for many couples). I’m referring... More
Couples: Mirror, Mirror on the . . . Fight?!
Feb 15, 2019 4:27 pm
Comments: 0 | Views: 25,024
Here's an experiment to try next time you have an argument or fight:
Get two hand mirrors.
Hold the mirror in front of your face while you're having words... More
Feb 15, 2019 4:27 pm
Comments: 0 | Views: 25,024
Here's an experiment to try next time you have an argument or fight:
Get two hand mirrors.
Hold the mirror in front of your face while you're having words... More
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