This month, the advice columnist answers a question about sibling relationships, clear communication, and family ties across generations.

This month, the advice columnist answers a question about walking away, unexpected losses, and making space for sorrow and for healing.

The impact of conversations denied, distorted or delayed and the misalignment of values.

November is Family Estrangement Awareness Month. The right conversation needs the right place to start.

This month, the advice columnist answers a question about celebrating life cycle events, like graduations, while estranged.

“We inherit pain. When it is not coped with, it gets passed again." - An exploration on intergenerational trauma and estrangement

"How dare you keep MY grandchild from me!" An exploration of how the entitlement of estranged parents extends to our children.

Respect and entitlement are probably THE most often discussed topics within estrangement - and most often incorrectly.

This month, the advice columnist answers a question about being invited to family gatherings while estranged.

Article two of the July Educational Series dives into the often misunderstood role of conflict in family dynamics.

In recognition of July 18 "Perfect Family Day" this month's educational series will explore this topic.

Nature has mental and physical health benefits and can be a useful tool when navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other conditions. 

In June, the educational series explores the topic of forgiveness.

This month, the advice columnist answers a question about getting ready to leave home, especially when you are low-income and disabled.

This month, the advice columnist answers a question about relatives who won’t accept the letter-writer’s decision to become estranged from a

How do we design a trauma-informed space that nurtures our well-being and emotional health?

This month, the advice columnist answers a question about how to handle loved ones who push you to reconcile with estranged relatives.

Cognitive Processing Therapy is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy that helps you learn how to recognize, modify, and challenge unhelpfu

This month, the advice columnist answers a question about maintaining connections to cherished relatives after estrangement.

It is now 2024, and I can’t help but reflect on where I was a year ago, where I am now, and where I might be in a year.