New dads struggle post partum too.
I see new dads not knowing where to turn or thinking they are the only ones who are having a hard time with their new baby. I want to normalize this for you, so let’s discuss some of the struggles that men becoming fathers go through.
Men’s loneliness.
Everyone seems to be experiencing increased loneliness in the last few years, there's no doubt. I am going to speak about the specific experiences of men’s loneliness here though because this seems to be unique and vast.
Managing anger in relationships.
You want so badly to just get along and have more ease in your relationship with your spouse. You find yourself repeatedly angry however, and managing anger in your relationship feels impossible. Let’s take a look at how anger might manifest in your relationship and 3 steps to address it.
Guilt after infidelity.
What happens when you are trying to fix things with your spouse after your infidelity, but you can’t stop feeling guilty? The guilt is haunting you. The guilt is getting in the way of repairing your relationship or marriage. As a therapist for men and couples, I need you to hear this.
Is jealousy in a relationship healthy?
Jealousy in relationships is a common issue. Maybe you are the jealous partner or one who feels attacked by your partner’s jealousy; Wherever you’re coming from, I want to provide you some perspective on the feeling of jealousy, when it’s problematic, and what can be done on both sides.
How to be a better husband.
Most men I see coming to therapy are coming because of their relationships. They want to be better partners, husbands, or fathers. The people that love them are encouraging them to get support through therapy. This says something to me: men’s relationships are important to them, even critical to their lives.
Resentment in relationships.
How does resentment affect relationships?; How to deal with resentment in relationships; How to cope when the resentment is NOT worth addressing and what to do when it IS worth addressing.
5 Reasons it is difficult to take responsibility for your actions.
There are many reasons why you may have difficulty taking responsibility for your actions. I can for sure tell you though, it is something you learned along the way. Here are 5 common reasons people have difficulty taking responsibility.
How do I become a better father than my father?
Wanting to know the answer to this shows an awareness of an issue. This is not a small thing. Think of the dads you’ve met that turn out exactly like their father who they complain about. These same fathers are not aware how they’re repeating the same patterns. You're here reading this to do fatherhood differently.
How to improve your long-term relationship.
Relationships take effort. Any dating or relationship advice that says you meet someone and everything should fall into place then smooth sailing for the long-haul is selling you what you want to hear. Take a look at the following relationship ideas that are more likely to set you up for success.
Why “This is just the way I am” is holding you back.
If you often use this phrase when confronted with someone’s request, criticism, or opinion, it could be causing further unintended harm. As well, it likely has deeper roots from your past that you haven’t yet shaken.
Why “never go to bed angry” is bad relationship advice.
It’s not so much that going to bed while angry is good because let’s be real: trying to fall asleep when you are upset is nearly impossible. It’s more about whether you should solve the issue or repair the relationship now, instead of walking away and letting it be for a while. Here are reasons I am PRO “go to sleep angry.”
How depression affects your relationship.
That person you are seeing now is different. Depression can affect your daily living, making things like relationships and work, much more difficult to manage. A shift in our mood and behaviour can shift the relationship (for the good or bad).