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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage & Family Therapist of Cupertino: March 2008
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage and Family Therapist of Cupertino. Ann’s interactive, collaborative style creates a supportive environment where change is possible. Monday, March 24, 2008. 5 Ways to Handle a Demanding Boss. Twice as much as you express your opinion. Let him know you "get" his message. Cut back on your complaints to her. Start looking for all the ways you can contribute to her success. Set a goal of delivering on one of those ways each week. Posted by Ann L Stevenson at 11:14 AM.
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage & Family Therapist of Cupertino: October 2007
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage and Family Therapist of Cupertino. Ann’s interactive, collaborative style creates a supportive environment where change is possible. Saturday, October 6, 2007. John, you're wrong. That wasn't the way it happened! Mary, I'm not going to listen to this anymore until you admit the truth! Some couples spend so much time and energy defending their own positions that they are exhausted before making any headway in working through and resolving the original conflict. Links to this post.
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage & Family Therapist of Cupertino: September 2007
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage and Family Therapist of Cupertino. Ann’s interactive, collaborative style creates a supportive environment where change is possible. Friday, September 14, 2007. Don't Tell Me THAT! Mike has been withdrawn lately. When I ask him what's going on, he says he has a lot on his mind. I worry I've done something to make him mad.". If Sue wants Mike to avoid talking to her about topics that will affect both of them, all she has to do is not listen and begin reacting. Links to this post.
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage & Family Therapist of Cupertino: June 2008
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage and Family Therapist of Cupertino. Ann’s interactive, collaborative style creates a supportive environment where change is possible. Sunday, June 8, 2008. Focus on your breath. Hold your tongue under the roof of your mouth. Inhale through your nose to the count of 4. Hold your breath to the count of 7. Exhale audibly through your mouth to the count of 8. Practice this technique at least 4 times in the morning and 4 times in the evening. Labels: adult children of alcoholics.
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage & Family Therapist of Cupertino: July 2007
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage and Family Therapist of Cupertino. Ann’s interactive, collaborative style creates a supportive environment where change is possible. Sunday, July 1, 2007. Healing the Impact of Trauma. I've been in therapy before and participate in a 12-Step program, and I still get triggered. It's not great for my marriage and is even interfering with my work.". Has proven to be effective in helping individuals more quickly process and work through the emotional impact of trauma.
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage & Family Therapist of Cupertino: August 2008
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage and Family Therapist of Cupertino. Ann’s interactive, collaborative style creates a supportive environment where change is possible. Thursday, August 21, 2008. An I Love You Day. Like many Silicon Valley residents, you lead a very busy life both personally and professionally managing your work and caring for family and friends. When was the last time you paid attention to caring for yourself? It's a great way to re-engergize. Hang out with your best friends. And share your ideas.
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage & Family Therapist of Cupertino: March 2007
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage and Family Therapist of Cupertino. Ann’s interactive, collaborative style creates a supportive environment where change is possible. Sunday, March 25, 2007. Healing After An Internet Affair. Sally came into my office in tears. I can’t believe you did this to me and then lied about it. Jim looked down and then away. I listened to Sally’s anger and hurt and then turned to Jim. Are you still in contact with this woman? Posted by Ann L Stevenson at 11:07 AM. Links to this post.
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage & Family Therapist of Cupertino: June 2007
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage and Family Therapist of Cupertino. Ann’s interactive, collaborative style creates a supportive environment where change is possible. Tuesday, June 19, 2007. The results of this simple meeting reminded me of how important including everyone and communicating clearly is. The obvious benefits are that no one had to guess what anyone else might like, and we each got to share in a variety of experiences. Posted by Ann L Stevenson at 10:02 PM. Links to this post. I know how hard John ...
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage & Family Therapist of Cupertino: May 2008
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Ann L Stevenson, Marriage and Family Therapist of Cupertino. Ann’s interactive, collaborative style creates a supportive environment where change is possible. Friday, May 30, 2008. Covered in "Wrong Sauce". Has anyone ever heaped so much blame on you that you began to feel "wrong sauce" dripping all over you? OR have you been the one dishing out the attacks and blame? Take a few, maybe 10, deep breaths and keep breathing. Stop to consider what you are REALLY angry and hurt about. Links to this post.