
Summer Marriage Survival Guide
Taking a Family Vacation Summer is officially upon us and it is time to take part…

Taking a Family Vacation Summer is officially upon us and it is time to take part…

By Caralee Frederic LCSW Resolve To Do Better In Your Relationship Twenty-one months. That’s how long we have been living with the COVID-19 pandemic. So much has been lost. As we enter a new year, I’d like to reflect on what we’ve gained. I believe one

By Caralee Frederic LCSW One Partner ‘Leaning Out’ A new survey released last month shows the Covid-19 pandemic has, as predicted, increased the demand for divorce. About 45% said the main reason for the divorce was the “enforced isolation” with the spouse. Tension in the home,

By Amanda Linan LCSW, CST What Style Are You? Research indicates that there are four parenting styles into which most people would fall. Parents can be good, loving parents no matter what style they use! The research does show that children who are parented using

EQ and Your Children Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is not commonly discussed, yet it affects every facet of our lives. By definition, it means being able to identify and understand your own emotions, understand and empathize with another person’s feelings, and respond to emotions with appropriate

Is Divorce The Answer? Couples On The Brink Counseling If you are: 1) Considering divorce 2) Considering marriage therapy 3) Wondering what type of counseling is right for you 4) Wanting to save your marriage but your partner does not One question to ask yourself:

When people find out that I am a couples and marriage therapist, people often comment “I don’t know how you do that. I can’t imagine having to listen to people all day!” Truth is, I love what I do. I feel very fortunate every day

By Caralee Frederic LCSW A word about my biases… Every once in awhile, it comes to my attention that I ought to clarify for clients my biases. Usually, this happens after someone in a couple has indicated that they thought I would be “neutral” or

By Caralee Frederic, LCSW | Certified Gottman Therapist | Couples Workshop Presenter Goal to Help Children Led to Specializing in Couples Therapy I initially pursued a career in psychology and social work because I wanted to help children who were hurting, but quickly found that

By Caralee Frederic LCSW MY JOURNEY TO BECOMING A GOTTMAN COUPLES THERAPIST Helping Children Was My Priority One of my core values is that every child has a right to feel safe and receive loving care from those they depend upon. The thought of a




