by Kyle Purcell | Mar 24, 2025 | Communication, Relationships
This is the most common mistake we make when someone we love is hurting. We immediately search for something to do or say that will fix the apparent problem and help stop our loved one’s negative feeling, crying, etc. Trying to fix the apparent problem is a problem...
by Kyle Purcell | May 18, 2018 | Couple/Marriage
A lot of couples who come for therapy usually cite frustration with their partner as one of the major issues they face. This frustration usually stems from unmet expectations. Expectations play a huge role in relationship satisfaction. Couples who are frustrated say...
by Kyle Purcell | May 10, 2018 | Parenting
Fatherhood is more than providing food, shelter and enforcing discipline. Fatherhood is the consistent presence of strength, wisdom and love in your child’s life. Many dads struggle to be more involved in their child’s life, confused by old ideas of gender roles that...
by Kyle Purcell | May 2, 2018 | General
Suffering from depression can cause you to feel hopeless, worthless, irritable and tired. You may have difficulty falling or staying asleep, and your disrupted sleep patterns will increase fatigue and negatively impact your already low mood. Your depression will have...
by Kyle Purcell | Apr 6, 2018 | Self Care
“What did you feel?” This is probably the most common question counselors ask. So much so that it is part of the comedy of being a counselor. Many times, after I tell someone I am a counselor, they ask me, “how does that make you feel?” But we ask this question...
