Life, as we know it now, is not the same as it was before. Hence, the name of my practice, Modern Life Psychology. We as human beings have always shared the propensity to feel and think, to love and hurt. What sets “now” apart from “then” is that we are increasingly confronted by modern life advances that, while designed to improve our quality of life, also often limit our ability to live life to the “fullest” aka “with intentions and authenticity.”
We end up choosing the easier routes over the harder paths. We value being smart more than being wise. We often feel that we cannot keep up as we are being confronted by modern life demands and expectations for one to truly conquer it all! Time has become our currency. Being busy is being normal. Instant gratification has become a need. Grass is always greener in others’ social media.
It shouldn’t surprise anyone that all of the above challenges test our core relationships with our families.
Does this sound familiar? Do you…?
Family and couple therapy is my jam! I use my theoretical framework, which consists of family systems, attachment theory, arousal regulation, and developmental neuroscience to help inform my clinical approach. For couples, I strive to help partners promote secure functioning in their intimate relationships. I am formally trained with Dr. Stan Tatkin and his PACT model, as well as Sue Johnson’s Emotionally Focused Therapy. I am also guided by the work and research of Dr. John Gottman. For families, my goal is to restore healthy functioning for the entire family unit. I explore the family dynamics, including each individual’s roles and functions. For families with children, I use structural family therapy techniques to help realign family members to their appropriate roles. I also employ Bowenian and strategic family therapy techniques and select the approach based on the presenting problems and family dynamics.
Do you feel less connected with your partner now than you did before? After all the years of marriage, do you feel more connected with your children than your spouse? Have the flames of attraction and desire begun to fade?
Or maybe this “growing apart” is manifested in an increase in resentment, irritability, hostility, and tension. Are you just too angry to work it out after so many years of disappointment and betrayal of trust?
Speaking of trust, do you still really trust your partner? Do you trust yourself? Can you trust yourself to love a person without hurting yourself or hurting him/her?
Are you currently in this web of unhealthy dynamics with your partner? Suddenly, your problem with your spouse becomes your kids’ problems and you are doubled down in shame and guilt?
For any questions you have about scheduling an appointment, you can reach me here:
1301 S. Capital of Texas Highway Building C, Suite 130 West Lake Hills, TX 78746
