The Shape of Our Identity
Why Our Family of Origin Matters Family dynamics are complex, shaped not only by individual personalities but also by the …
Take Up the Cross
In a recent episode of The Chosen, a television series created, co-written, and directed by Dallas Jenkins, I watched the …
Katharine LeCraw ~ About Me
Adjusting to the humidity, knowing every tea I order will be sweet, and seeing chicken and waffles reunited on a …
Patrick Caffrey, MS, LPC
My name is Patrick Caffrey. I am licensed by the state of Georgia as a professional counselor (LPC) with over …
Hannah Clark, MA, LPC
Welcome! Whether you’re new to counseling or returning, I want to congratulate you on taking the next step in your …
Becca Cline
MA, LPC (Reinstatement Applied For) Are you stuck in the maddening loop of do better and try harder only to find …
James E. Francis, Jr., EdD, LMHC FL, LPC GA
I am Dr. Francis but prefer for you to call me James. I keep it real, believe in second chances, …
Codependency, Part 3b
How do you war with your imperfections? In this next installment on Codependency, we focus on the relationship we have …
Christella Hedrich
Graduate Student Intern Have there been times when you have been triggered and cannot deal with “it” anymore? Do you …
Parenting While Highly Sensitive
It’s hard to pinpoint, but you feel it in your bones. You watch other parents, and it seems so effortless. …
The Power of a Label
Our brains love labels. A label simplifies, organizes, and help us feel like we understand. It is satisfying to put …
Living after the Launch
Navigating Life after your Child Goes to College Until last Saturday, I would have told you I knew what to …
Lessons Learned from Researching Resilience
Part 1: There is No Resilience Without Struggle The phrase “bouncing back” is regularly used to conceptualize resilience. However, resilience …
A Life Transition
It’s the beginning of the school year for many people or families. This time of year can trigger all sorts …
Fear of Fear
In his first inaugural address of 1933, Franklin D. Roosevelt asserted the following about fear: “… the only thing we …
Helping Your Adolescent (and Yourself) Survive & Thrive the Individuation Process
My firstborn just turned 11 and is entering middle school in a few weeks. I’m still confused about how we …
Resentment & Grudges
Their Differences and How to Manage Them “When you own something and really square up to your culpability, I do …
A Picture’s Worth a Thousand Words
Family Fun and Missed Expectations Summertime often includes family beach vacations, road trips, and family reunions. They can be the …
A 3rd Place: Moving Toward Belonging Post-Covid
Before 2020, one of the things I enjoyed the most was meeting up with friends at a fast food spot …
Weathering
If you’re my client, you know I live and work aboard a boat. I moved from my suburban home in …