by Terry Levy | Aug 20, 2025 | Attachment, well-being
We are often our own harshest critics with less empathy for ourselves than others. For someone with attachment issues because of their experiences with abuse, neglect or trauma, the critical inner voice is even louder. A lack of secure attachment limits their capacity...
by Terry Levy | Jul 14, 2025 | Attachment, Parenting, well-being
Raising a child with attachment issues is incredibly challenging. It can – at times – be exhausting, upsetting, frustrating, depressing, frightening or infuriating. And, it can take a toll on even the strongest, most devoted parent. Summertime – when children are out...
by Terry Levy | Jan 15, 2025 | well-being
Starting the year by considering your goals for the year ahead can be a positive way to focus on self-improvement. It’s tempting to want to make significant behavioral changes each January, especially since everyone around us is also vowing to make them. But did you...
by Terry Levy | Jan 15, 2025 | well-being
For many families, 2024 was a tough year with economic hardships, an unsettling election, worrying world events, climate change issues, etc. So let’s focus on feeling better in 2025. You may argue that this is easier said than done – especially when we are...
by Terry Levy | Jan 15, 2025 | Adult Relationships, Couples Therapy, Uncategorized, well-being
Forgiveness is an essential component of being able to attain mental, relational, physical and spiritual well-being. It means forgiving yourself and forgiving those who have caused your trauma, thereby creating space for more positive thoughts. Forgiveness can be both...
by Terry Levy | Nov 13, 2023 | well-being, Wellness
Thanksgiving is certainly the holiday for celebrating gratitude. And even when times are tough, feeling thankful appreciation for what we have and receive drives general well-being. It is good both for our physical and mental health. Gratitude is an important...
