Relationship Building
Articles
Marriage
Something So Simple...Yet Challenging
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., LCSW
An essential ingredient for a healthy marriage is being willing to work at it and to refuse to allow bitterness to...
Look Beyond
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
There is tremendous value in looking beyond what people say and do to the possible condition of their heart. Despite...
Navigating Relationships
Carrissa Pannuzzo, M.A., LMFT, LPC
All relationships with our loved ones give us high highs and low lows. And as with any bumpy ride having navigation...
Forgiveness Means We Recognize Our Humanity
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
If you are human, you will be less than perfect. You will hurt those you say you love with some consistency. To...
Relationship Wisdom
Carrissa Pannuzzo, M.A., LMFT, LPC
Relationships can be wonderful and they can be very difficult. When things are going well, be sure to take time to...
What People Need
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Dr. Caroline Leaf makes an amazing comment. “Every cell in our bodies is designed to respond to love.” As a...
Family
Conflict and the Call to Bless
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The desire for revenge is within each one of us in the face of hurtful or offensive behavior. It is our way of...
Character, Grace and Relationships
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Paul's honesty about his core nature and the working of G od's grace gives each of us hope in our ability to love...
Clarity of Thought in Relationships
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
There are various fears and concerns that feed behaviors not helpful in our relationships with one another. Specific...
Growing Up in Christ
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Maturity takes time to develop in all of us. Obvious, I know, however we can identify particular attitudes and...
