Lisa Kerin MSW

This Is How Narcissistic Parents Treat Their Children

New research shows how the narcissistic parenting style affects children.

Research Finds Parenting Style Affects Children in Unexpected Ways

The way parents relate to their children affects more than their emotional health, it also has an impact on their physical well-being, a new study found.

Ask Amy: My wife of 15 years wants a “hall pass” to stray from our marriage

Dear Amy: My wife had a moment of truth the other night.

Surviving a Narcissistic Partner: Should You Stay Or Should You Go?

Dear Terry, I’m definitely a “Fixer” and I married Tim knowing that he was controlling and self-centered. But I just never realized how hard it would be to live with someone who is so arrogant and …

Your Marriage Counselor Can Predict Whether Or Not You'll Divorce. Here's How

Therapist Becky Whetstone has seen hundreds of couples for pre-marital counseling through the years. If she thinks an engaged couple needs more time to w...

The Surprising Mental Health Benefits of Volunteering

Psychotherapy in exchange for volunteering in the community: What are the mental health benefits of such a program?

What do people worry about when considering divorce?

What do people worry about when considering divorce? - Divorce - Law Offices of KML Associates, Attorneys at Law

The Dangers Of Being Right

In science and math the distinction between right and wrong really means the difference between being factually correct or incorrect. But what about other kinds debates? What is the cost of our determination to be right about all things all of the time? Adam Frank thinks it's often too high.

Finding a pro-marriage counselor

Counselors are not all pro-marriage. Did you know that? In fact, most counselors are pro- “individual happiness.” This means that many of them will prioritize personal happiness above a marriage relationship, which means if you are unhappy in your relationship, and unhappy in your efforts to improve the relationship, they will suggest and recommend divorce. […]

7 Crucial Things Old People Want Young Couples To Know About Marriage

What is an MSW Degree? Increasing your impact as a social worker

If you’re interested in making a difference as a social worker, you should know that not all social work degrees provide the same opportunities. Learn how an MSW can prepare you to serve some of the most vulnerable people in our communities.

5 Signs Your Marriage Is In Real Turmoil

While our culture gets criticized for being too pro-divorce, I'd like to counter that criticism and say we are a culture of over-tolerance. We tolerate b...

12 Things I've Learned in 12 Years of Marriage

I am not a marriage counselor. I only have my experiences to go off of. Here are 12 things I have learned about marriage over the past 12 years.1. Love

7 Signs You Need Marriage Counseling

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Making Marriages Work: Hopes & Dreams — Dr. Amy E. Keller, PsyD, MFT

As we round the corner into a new year and contemplate our own resolutions, Dr. Amy discusses the importance of also learning about your partner’s hopes and dreams for the future.

Relationships Expire Without Investment

You can go months without investing in your most important relationships; but you'll discover (too late) you ignored people so long that they'll now ignore you.

Have you heard about genetic counseling?

FollowGenetic counseling is the process of helping people understand and adapt to the medical, psychological and family implications of genetic conditions. Why is it necessary and who should c…