Stormy Daniels has been in the news for testifying against former president Donald Trump, and I am hearing a lot of news commentators, politicians and general people weigh in about the veracity of Ms. Daniels’ story, particularly since she is in the adult film industry. People are saying she must be lying. Since she has […]
Mental Distress and Substance Disorders: The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has designated September as National Recovery Month to celebrate the people who are in recovery, while increasing awareness and understanding of mental and substance use disorders. This is no easy task and I applaud you if you are in recovery. Twelve-step […]
I have finally finished my parenting curriculum, Empowerment Parenting. This is a 25-hour parenting program for people mandated to attend parenting classes. It teaches parenting skills based on our five basic needs and emphasizes the difference between discipline and punishment. Parents are taught the formula for teaching their children self-discipline while building influential, positive relationships with their children.
I was recently honored to be asked to contribute a chapter to a book entitled, Contemporary Issues in Couples Counseling: A Choice Theory and Reality Therapy Approach. This book was written to legitimize Reality Therapy as a method of counseling for systemic issues. It’s not just for individuals.
