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Kids’ Chores
Age Appropriate Chores for Your Kids It takes a lot of work to run a home! And remembering that one goal of parenting is to
Couples Counseling Near Me…
Thinking of Couple’s Counseling? While there are lots of great counselors, therapists, social workers, psychologists, and other helping professionals in the New Orleans area, not
When to get Kids a cell phone
Getting your kid a cell phone? Use a Phone Contract to help them…use their phone responsibly, yet be where they’re at, with whom they’re
Social Media Vacation
Is your connection to your phone causing disconnection with your partner? First, let me be clear, I love my phone. It’s filled with so much
3 WORDS that will improve your MARRIAGE
Improve your Marriage I was recently asked to speak at a wedding. That’s right – the soon-to-be-married couple asked a professional couples counselor to give them
Male Friendships
“I have friends…” and other half-truths men tell themselves Recently a friend called me unexpectedly. Him: “Bro, I’m having neck surgery tomorrow. Just thought
Stuff I Love!
Family Therapy Resources My students will tell you that I’m a fan of information. I love real stories from real people about the struggles and
Premarital Counseling – in the News!
Premarital Counseling… is it for everyone? Recently, celebrity couple Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell have been speaking publicly about their use of marriage counseling. In
Parents… we’re driving ourselves crazy
Our parenting today is making us nuts! As parents we’re trying to do more than ever with and for our kids. We are busy shuttling kids to activities, preparing
Holiday Gifts… or burdens?
This post was collaboratively authored with financial planner (and friend) Erik Garcia. Visit his website to learn more. We’re family guys, gift givers, and holiday