Narcissism? Probably Not. Adult ADHD? Probably. Part 1
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
Don’t underestimate how easy it is to misinterpret your partner’s behavior as narcissism or Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), when it’s actually adult ADHD. The internet has all sorts of blogs Read More
Narcissism vs. Adult ADHD: Part 2 Adult ADHD Explained
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
In Part 1 of Narcissism vs. Adult ADHD, I listed the distinct behavioral features of a narcissistic personality as well as those of adult ADHD, as defined by researchers and Read More
Narcissism vs. Adult ADHD: Part 3 Narcissistic Personality Disorder Explained
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
Narcissism, per se, is not bad. Like most mental health conditions, narcissism exists on a spectrum. Self care, grooming and presenting “your best self” are examples of healthy “narcissism.” At Read More
Narcissism vs. ADHD: Part 4 What To Do When You Have an Undiagnosed ADHD-Probable or (overly) Narcissistic Partner
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
So you’re hurt, angry, frustrated and confused in response to your partner’s unwelcome behavior. In the past, you’ve taken his or her behavior personally. But, in an attempt to find Read More
Couple Counseling, Relationships & Interpersonal Communication: Part 1 The Message Sender
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
“Better communication” is the most common goal couples tell me they hope to achieve from couple counseling. What I think they really mean is more “effective” communication to reduce relationship Read More
Couple Counseling, Relationships & Interpersonal Communication: Part 2 The Message Receiver
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
Ideally, message receivers have the resilience and self-confidence to listen to even the most outrageous message with respect and calm. However, when a message receiver feels attacked, criticized or threatened Read More
Communication for Couples: Part 3 Boxing Match Dynamics?
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
Let’s start with the basics. Do you want a deep-rooted positive bond with your partner?Do you take responsibility for your role in the relationship problem you’re having?Do you believe you know Read More
Couples Talking Past Each Other
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
1. How do you formulate beliefs from new information?Do you like to gather as much information and detail as you can to feel confident in coming to a conclusion?Are you Read More
Sport Psychology For Couples Married And Unmarried
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
Do you wish you weren’t so sensitive to criticism? Do you tend to back away or leave the room when conflict arises? Do you think that your partner is either too emotional Read More
Marital Mediation: A New Brief Practical Method To Save Your Marriage
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
Marital Mediation : A New, Brief, Practical Method To Save Your MarriageDonna Kimmel, PhD, 5-17-2017 Everyone knows marriage is difficult. Cooperation, communication, intimacy, sexual desires, personality differences, beliefs about money, parenting styles, Read More
Couple Conflict About Parenting
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
Couple Conflict About ParentingDonna Kimmel, PhD, 2-17-2017 With so many possibilities for parenting education, it’s amazing to me that parents will complain about each other’s approach to child rearing. Each will Read More
A Note To Couples
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
As you might imagine, each distressed couple has its own unique issues. Each has its own way habitual way of dealing with those issues. Often, each person struggles – unsuccessfully Read More
Therapeutic Acting (TA-C)
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
Therapeutic Acting for Couples (TA-C) expands on the behavioral aspect of Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT), a research-based, tried and true method of dealing with many mental health issues. TA integrates my training Read More
Essentials For Couples/Marriages
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
The essential outcome of effective couple and marriage counseling can be defined in one word: learning. Actually, that’s what all counseling is ultimately about – learning new and modified ways Read More
Are You Programmed Or Flexible
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
How much do you know about your personality and that of the important people in your life? How much do the experiences of your childhood influence your current behavior? Have you considered Read More
Update: My Counseling Methods and Why
- updated: Jul. 06, 2023
From the very beginning, I ask my clients what they hope to achieve from counseling with me. Without knowing what a client wants, how would I know whether what I Read More