The Think Tank

Friendship and Freedom

The Power of 'No'

I recently suffered a minor health emergency. It was a reminder that I am getting older, whether I like it or not, but it was much more a potent reminder...Read more

It's Not What You Think: Family As A Team - Part III

In my previous article, “ It’s Not What You Think: Vision, Mission, Purpose, and Family – Part II ,” I laid out an argument to view family through a Biblical...Read more

You're Not Crazy

In my previous article I outlined what narcissistic abuse looks like. In this second part, I would like to focus on gaslighting, its harmful effects, and how to protect yourself...Read more

The Logo

I remember a marketing class in my University days, 'Create a logo to pull in customers, increase revenue and brand your product!' said the professor. This is partly true. A...Read more

Appreciate Your Anger

In my work with partner betrayal, anger is crucial to the healing process. Not only does it let us know we’ve been betrayed, but it also “shields us...Read more

Taking Action and Being the Change You Need

“It’s all in God’s hands". That’s what my husband and I told ourselves as we struggled with infertility. At the time, we had been together 10 years, married...Read more

The Connection Equation

As a therapist, but also as a husband and father, I continue to be fascinated by how our neurobiology points to that fact that we are created for...Read more

Inside Jokes

My brother calls me Michelle (he pronounces it Mee-chelle). We once knew someone named Mike Limbskull (not a real person). He says the word 'snuffles' and I know...Read more