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I Have Gone Paperless!

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Sat, 28 Nov 2020 13:58:21 GMT

I Have Gone Paperless!

November 28, 2020 | Author: Mey Saephan

Everyone is struggling during this COVID-19 pandemic. Access to in-person therapy sessions has come to a halt. I had to adapt to like all businesses and helping professionals. Transitioning to a paperless practice has been a huge feat for me without IT help, but I am finally able to practice without creating another paper client file! My patients will no longer have to handle a single piece of paper or sign with a pen! You will receive therapy via video and sign all your therapy documents electronically! Providing Telehealth therapy took some getting used to but based on my research and my experience providing video therapy, I found it to be just as beneficial as in-person therapy. There are many benefits, but a few of them are no more fighting through traffic to get to my office or go through dreaded tunnels or crossing bridges you are deathly afraid of. You can do therapy from the comfort of your home or office, and no more trying to find childcare because you can be home and receive therapy at the same time! And it's good for the environment too! I look forward to meeting you!

Coronavirus Fear: How to Taking Care of You and Your Children

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Sun, 15 Mar 2020 13:58:21 GMT

Coronavirus Fear: How to Take Care of You and Your Children

March 15, 2020 | Author: Mey Saephan

Schools, churches, conferences, birthday parties, weddings, and employment have closed down. This is an anxiety inducing time for caregivers and children.

As caregivers, we need to sit down and debrief with children. Find out what they are seeing and hearing through their social media outlets. Empathize and help them modulate their fears. It doesn't help children, when we tell them not to be afraid because their brain takes in data and tells them otherwise.

For example: If your 10 year old son or daughter fortune-tells that he or she will get sick and die, you may respond by saying, "You are very scared that you will get sick aren't you? Daddy doesn't want to be sick either. Because of all the things we have seen on TV and on the internet, it is frightening to think about getting sick. I have seen them too."

Then, help them shift their thought of "we will get sick and die" to looking at ways to stay healthy and strong. Affirm their current efforts to stay healthy. Brainstorm the myriads of ways we can stay healthy. Identify the things they can do based on what CDC has advised. Always assure children that parents will help them through it and will not get mad at them if they get sick. Tell the kids that all the closures is a good thing because we are trying to stop the spread of the virus and that closure does not mean that the virus is everywhere.

Also test their fortune-telling and catastrophic thinking that "I am going to catch the virus and die from the virus," by asking questions that provide evidence that disproves that thought. Ask questions like, "Out of the number of people you know in your life, how many are sick with the virus? What percentage of people have recovered from those who have contracted the virus? In your lifetime, how often have you been sick and recovered from illness?"

Focus on enjoyment. Identify the things they get to do now while they are at home and enjoy them. Make time to talk and connect more with your children. Keep them busy. Find ways to make them feel they are helpful, especially loved, and appreciated at home, through identifying positive things about them.

Remember, In times like this, we can chose to focus on feeding our fear, or we can focus on the things we have and people we love in our lives. Take this time to talk our spouse, children, grandparents, and siblings within our home. Find out how they are feeling and what kind of support they need to get through this time. Take time to Skype, FaceTime and talk to others you have not seen or talked with and reconnect with them.

I have experienced that in this digital world, although we can do things so much more efficiently to save time, we have less and less time for each other. In the midst of the Coronavirus scare, we are frantic trying to protect our family's physical body, but we forget to check on their emotional and spiritual health. We now have the extra time we've always wanted to connect with our loved ones.

Our mind is very powerful. Depending on what we focus on, imagine, feed, and generate in our minds, we can become paralyzed by our fear. Fear is paralyzing but can be tamed! We can take advantage of this time by using it to strengthen our relationships.

It's Time to Reconnect in Your Marriage. If You Are Ready to Begin, Click HERE to Learn How

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 17:57:38 GMT

It's Time to Reconnect in Your Marriage. If You Are Ready to Begin, See the Picture Below

December 19, 2019 | Author: Mey Saephan

Welcome to My Alameda Office!

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Mon, 26 Aug 2019 16:20:16 GMT

Welcome to My Alameda Office!

August 26, 2019 | Author: Mey Saephan

Greetings from my Alameda office! I have been in my Alameda office full-time for almost three months and some are still asking about Albany office. I am sorry that I have failed to update my website until today. Thank you to many of my patients who have decided to continue their work with me in beautiful Alameda. Some have come early to their appointments and some have stayed after to see the beautiful view. Take a walk along the water and feel the breeze, smell the fresh air, and take in the beauty of the Alameda Marina. Here is a view from the hallway to the restrooms!

Closing Albany Office may 31, 2019

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Mon, 01 Apr 2019 16:36:50 GMT

Closing Albany Office May 31, 2019

April 1, 2019 | Author: Mey Saephan

F riday May 31, 2019 is my last day at my Albany office! I have been working out of that office on Thursdays and Fridays for over 8 years and it has been wonderful to see so many lives changed! I will still be working Thursdays and Fridays, but I will be working in my Alameda office instead. My new office hours will be Monday & Tuesday full days, and Thursday and Fridays 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.

Donate Your Motorhome for Paradise Camp Fire Victims

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 16:43:24 GMT

Donate Your Motorhome for Paradise Camp Fire Victims

November 16, 2019 | Author: Mey Saephan

I am so saddened that so many people have lost their loved ones, homes, pets, and valued belongings. If you have a motorhome or know of someone who does and are willing to donate it, call my friend Rich Kinney on the flier. Please click Motorhome Donation for more information on how to donate in the flier.

Stage Three: Consistency

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 16:49:37 GMT

Stage Three: Consistency

December 15, 2017 Author: Mey Saephan

Consistency is the stage where trust is made. There is no shortcut and no test available to learn whether the person you are dating is worthy of your trust. Trust must be developed through consistent behaviors that create safety and security in the relationship. When you break someone’s trust, you bring insecurity into the relationship. You must repair immediately and discontinue the behavior. However, after repair you may feel that the relationship has taken a step backwards to stage two again. Why?

There's a unique relationship that we need to understand about forgiveness and trust. In couple relationships, the one who breaks trust may experience that their offense is forever held against them even after they repair and have been forgiven. What they don’t understand is that trust must be earned. Forgiveness may be given, but trust cannot be given. Forgiveness is needed before someone can start to trust again because forgiveness is the beginning point of building trust. Without forgiveness trust cannot be rebuilt.

Consistency in behavior is not only about earning someone’s trust after you have broken it. Consistent behavior through time will show you the person’s “true color,” so to speak. Ask yourself, "What does this person's actions tell me? Does it give me the green light to trust or does it give me pause to reconsider?" Don't rush further into the relationship until you’ve seen consistent behaviors when with friends, family, at work and other contexts. In other words, this person needs to have integrity in the public arena and in private with you. Through their consistent behaviors, you will know whether you can trust a little more each time.

Stage Two: Caution

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Tue, 21 Nov 2017 16:52:31 GMT

Stage Two: Caution

November 21, 2017 Author: Mey Saephan

Notice that I skipped posting Stage One: Connection. This is the stage where you meet someone and you just "click" with them. It feels so right; conversations flow naturally; and the feelings that arises are amazing!

After that comes Stage Two: Caution. "Caution," because you need to take it slow as you're learning who this person is and how you are with this person. The time you spend together is with the intention to learn about his/her relationships with their family, friends, and co-workers. What is this person's temperament like? Is this a safe person? Is this person truly interested in you and care about you?

We are all on our best behavior when we first meet someone because our hormones are at work, but over time the hormones will die down. Take time to learn about yourself in relationship with this person. Do you like this person, or do you like your fantasy or the potential of this person? How do you both resolve conflicts and do you repair well or do you just avoid conflicts by giving this person hundreds of excuses?

I don't believe in "Love at first sight." It rarely happens. The intimacy that we all desire only comes from getting to know each other over time, in different circumstances, through many tests and challenges that life has to offer. Slow down the pace. Don't go too fast emotionally and physically. When you go too fast too soon, you may end up with regrets and when you do want to slow down, it will be hard to do so. Take it slow; continue the relationship with caution.

Stages of Trust

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Thu, 17 Aug 2017 16:56:31 GMT

Stages of Trust

August 17, 2017 Author: Mey Saephan

I am finally settled in beautiful Alameda and love my office! Thank you everyone for being so patient with me as I am adjusting and have a myriad of things to do to successfully move my practice. In recent months, I noticed a commmon theme that keeps coming up with my clients in their relationships, issues around TRUST!

In all Relationships the most important thing relationships must have is trust. Without trust, relationships cannot grow. Without trust, there is fear, and where there is fear, love goes in hiding. Dave Willis, founder of Stronger Marriages, describes six stages relationships must go through to develop enduring trust. Trust happens in stages. Picture a target with six concentric circles, with the outer circle as stage one and the bull’s eye as stage six.

Connection: This is when we have chemistry on the first date or first time meeting the person. “We just click.” When we have it, we go to stage 2.
Caution: In this stage we go in the relationship with caution. You must be careful not to go too fast or we lose the other person.
Consistency: This is the single ingredient needed for trust to take root. This is when the words and actions match over time. There is no short cut. Time is absolutely necessary; you cannot speed things up!
Courage: This is the stage when you develop courage. When the person continues to prove to you they are trustworthy through consistency, and you have the courage, then you are ready to move forward to the next stage.
Commitment: This is the stage in a romantic relationship where you slip a ring on that person’s finger. You are sure this is the person you want to be with and are committed to this person.
Comfort: Comfort is the place where you are truly comfortable and feel safe. This is the last stage, the bull’s eye of the concentric circle. In this stage you can be truly vulnerable and know the other person has got your back. Some times marriages, best friends never reach this stage. There are a lot of reasons why people don’t get to this stage.

There you have it! What stage is your relationships? Are you struggling with a particular stage and need help?Perhaps consider getting professional help. You are welcome to give me a call and see if I can help you. If I am not, I am happy to give you some referrals. All the best to you!

Relocating My Oakland Office!

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 16:59:33 GMT

Relocating My Oakland Office!

March 24, 2017 | Author: Mey Saephan

Greetings my friends, colleagues, current and future clients, on April 15th 2017, I will be relocating my Oakland Office to beautiful Alameda! The new location will be posted after the move. If you are thinking of referring to me, think Alameda and Albany offices! To contact me my phone number, and email will be the same. Thank you everyone for your support. I has been rewarding to see so many lives enhance and transformed through working together! Blessings!

Can Parents Ruin Their Kids? Scary Thought, Isn't It?

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Mon, 17 Oct 2016 17:02:48 GMT

Can Parents Ruin Their Kids? Scary Thought, Isn't It?

October 17, 2016 Author: Mey Saephan

As a parent of teenagers and a therapist providing parenting skills to many parents, I know that parents try their best to raise successful children. However, parents can do things that inadvertently prevent their children from developing keen executive functioning skills, social skills and emotional intelligence, which are necessary to function as confident and competent adults.

Here is something that I have noticed about many of the college students in the UCs and State Colleges in the Bay Area that I've counseled for over 11 years. They often fall in one of the following situations: a freshmen in college, relocating from out of state or country, feeling alone and lonely, struggling to make the "right" decisions about their romantic relationships, or having to make a major decision about their education/career. The most common diagnosis for college students are Major Depression, Social Anxiety, or Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Most of the students' depression or anxiety are triggered by the adjustments they are experiencing and they do not have coping skills and are afraid to make decision for themselves.

Most of the students are petrified of making the wrong decisions. They are afraid of disappointing their parents, friends, people in general and feel damned if they do and damned if they don't. Most parents have done so much for their children, such as rescuing and sparing them from any and all inconvenience, discomfort, and made most of the "important" decisions for them. As a result, many of these student have not had the practice of orienting themselves to what they really need or want, to make that decision and learn to make adjustments from their mistakes. Without practice, these students have poorly developed organizational skills, self-discipline and are not able to follow through to accomplish what they desire. These are very important skills to have to be a successful college student. Recently I came across an article " What a Stanford Dean Says Parents are Doing That’s Ruining Their Kids " on Facebook. This speaks to what I have observed and it will help you make changes to your parenting approach so your child can begin to learn some of these skills. I think this is worth reading and considering. Enjoy!

"Fighting Well" Can Strengthen Your Relationship

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 17:07:52 GMT

"Fighting Well" Can Strengthen Your Relationship

March 15, 2016 | Author: Mey Saephan

Many people have asked about my approach in doing couple therapy but I have not found a good way to share that with my audience until now. I have been trained by Dr. Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT, a clinician, researcher, teacher, developer of A Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy® (PACT), and my mentor. I have been so blessed by his work and wanted to share with my audience his PACT approach which I use with my clients. Here is a link to a FOXNews.com interview with Dr. Stan Tatkin that will give you a better idea of how I do couple therapy. The interview is titled " How 'Fighting Well' Can Strengthen Your Relationship. " He shares about the importance of understanding how the brain works so we can know how to take care of our partner. Learning how to be attuned to your partner's facial expression and body language, and knowing how to reduce threat, are some skills my clients learn. Just click the above link and see for yourself.

Do Couples Need to Solve All Their Problems

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Sun, 13 Mar 2016 17:10:43 GMT

Do Couples Need to Solve All Their Problems?

March 13, 2016 | Author: Mey Saephan

After 15 years of research, the University of Denver developed the Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Program (PREP) to help couples overcome problems in their relationships. However, they found that 70 percent of the issues couples deal with don't really need to be solved, just well discussed! Have you tried to have full discussions about an issue where you both listened well and really heard each other? Try it out and let me know what happened. If you find yourselves having difficulty doing this, maybe it's time to seek some help with communication skills. Learn the skills to undue the negative patterns before it's too late.

A Grateful Heart Makes Relationships Fonder

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Thu, 26 Nov 2015 17:14:23 GMT

A Grateful Heart Makes Relationships Fonder

November 26, 2015 | Author: Mey Saephan

Every year during Thanksgiving we have the tradition of thinking of things we are grateful for. Some people seem to be blessed with so much and have many reasons to be grateful, but others may find few things to be grateful for. People often think of the big things that they are grateful for like a new promotion, a newborn baby, marrying the love of your life, or going on a vacation they've always dreamed of. These are definitely things to be grateful for but what about the many things that we do receive that are seemingly insignificant which we often take for granted? Here is my list of things I have not shared before that I am grateful for.

My husband’s ability to forgive me when I keep doing things that irritate him
My children’s patience when I nag them after saying I wouldn’t do it
The people who don’t usually come to see me but showed up to pray for me when I was bedridden
My sister-in-laws’ delicious food, gifts, and friendships
Those who thought of me and sent me a texts, email, Facebook shout-outs, likes, birthday cards and holiday cards
My mechanic brothers who saved me a ton of time and money
Nephews and nieces who are so polite, kind, and respectful
Those who thought of me and packed me food from an event I was not able to attend
My mother-in-law’s thoughtfulness in packing me treats from special events
My father-in-law who never fails to give my kids a lift when I am not able
My mom’s fish she caught and special bread that she makes
My brother-in-laws’ care and friendship with my teenage boys
My pastor’s optimism that is contagious
Mienh class students and children’s choir who bring me joy
Those at my church who bless me through their gratitude and words of encouragement
Support and encouragements from my colleagues/friends

What about your list? These things may seem unimportant but they are like webs that bind relationships together to make them strong and lasting. The things of this world get old, break, and get tossed out, but memories of loving kindness in your relationships will not be forgotten. Remember that people may forget what you say but they will always remember how you made them feel.

Gratitude is great medicine for mental health and interpersonal relationships. This Thanksgiving, take time to thank those who have blessed you. Although it may seem insignificant to them, it was important to you; so bless them by expressing your gratitude for how they have made a difference in your life.

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Shoud I Go Get Counseling?

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 17:20:59 GMT

Should I Go Get Counseling?

July 28, 2015 | Author: Mey Saephan

Going to see a therapist is just going to talk to a professional who will be objective and help you see how your current thoughts and behaviors might be keeping you stuck. Although I am a trained Bowen Family Systems Therapist, I find myself drawing principles from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framework to help my clients. My clients find that CBT is easy to use in resolving their problems. CBT in Mey's terms is learning how one's thinking affects one's emotions and therefore determine one's behavior and then learning how you can change your thoughts so that you can change your emotional state and behavior. Our thinking changes our attitude and it can change our reality. Talking to a therapist can help you change yours. I have never posted something I've seen on social media, but the below post explains how our thoughts affect us. Read to the bottom and then from the bottom back up. Enjoy!

Anxiety Group Workshop

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Thu, 28 May 2015 17:25:47 GMT

Anxiety Group Workshop

May 28, 2015 | Author: Mey Saephan

Are you or your loved one suffering from Anxiety and panic attacks? Then this group will be very helpful. Learn those skills that I provide for my clients in private practice at a discounted price!

Parent-Child Madness

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Tue, 26 May 2015 17:31:33 GMT

Parent-Child Madness

March 26, 2015 | Author: Mey Saephan

Being a parent has its ups and downs at each developmental stage. But all parents would agree that adolescence is the most challenging stage. Kids think parents have all the power, but parents admittedly feel pretty powerless at times. Click on Parent-Child Madness to find out what one mother had to do to get her teenagers to school and keep her sanity.

Am I Harming My Child?

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 17:28:48 GMT

Am I Harming My Child?

April 10, 2015 | Author: Mey Saephan

Do you have agreements with your chidlren and they fail to follow through? What do you do? Should you follow through with the agreed upon negative consequences for their behavior? Should you be the mean parent your child calls you or spare them from the consequences and make them happy? Click on Am I harming My Child and find out why letting your child experience negative consequences and feelings may be good for them.

Happy Valentine's Day 2015

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 17:39:20 GMT

Happy Valentine's Day 2015

February 12, 2015 | Author: Mey Saephan

Do you often find your spouse (or mate, partner or fiance) unhappy with your expression of love? If so find out how to express your love in a new way on my Valentine's Day 2015 tip

Speaking on "Healing Is A Choice" Saturday July 26th!

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Tue, 15 Jul 2014 17:45:31 GMT

Speaking on "Healing Is A Choice" Saturday July 26th!

July 15, 2014 | Author: Mey Saephan

Cellar Christian Ministries Fellowship Church has asked me to speak on Healing from a Mental Health Perpsective. If you have been trying on your own to work out your struggles with healing in mental health, an addiction, or a relationship, and have been feeling stuck, come and hear how you can go further in your quest for healing. For more information and registration call (510) 428-1013. Do not email me as I may not have the info you need on the event.

Valentine's Day Gift

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Thu, 13 Feb 2014 17:52:16 GMT

Valentine's Day Gift

February 13, 2014 | Author: Mey Saephan

Give a Valentine's Day gift that says, " I love you and I know you. " Please click the link to read.

Happy New Year!

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Tue, 31 Dec 2013 17:55:52 GMT

Happy New Year!

December 31, 2013 | Author: Mey Saephan

Are you resolving to stay in better physical health? What about your relationship? What will you resolve to do differently to enhance your relationship with your significant other? Read Food for a Lasting Relationship

New Resources

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Tue, 01 Oct 2013 18:01:06 GMT

New Resources

October 1, 2013 | Author: Mey Saephan

I have a new tab for FAQS that will help you with questions that you might have when seeking therapy.

I also have under the Resources tab some self-assessments that you might be interested in. I hope they will be helpful to you.

Valentine's Day Tip

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 18:05:04 GMT

Valentine's Day Tip

March 19, 2013 | Author: Mey Saephan

So sorry, last month things got so busy, I thought I had posted this Valentine's Day Tip, but I had only done it on Merchant Circle, but this can be applied in your relationship throughout the year.

Valentine's Day can be a happy day for those receiving the loving gestures on Valentine's Day, but it can also be a stressful day for those attempting to make loving gestures in a special way to bring out a smile from your loved ones. For those of us who are trying to think of a loving gesture, we often think of gifts only, but that isn't the only way. Think of doing something that will make the love you communicate go full circle. How does one do that? Think about all those things you are grateful for about that person.

This person doesn't have to be in a romantic relationship with you. It could be your Mom, Dad, children, or friend. Maybe you haven't been very communicative about their loving gestures toward you. Valentine's Day is a day of reflection on your relationships, on how they have made you feel special. Communicating how important they are important to you makes them feel good! We all like to know that we matter and make a difference in the other person's life, otherwise, we feel we are not needed in the relationship.

I often challenge my clients with the question, "How and when is love communicated?" Love is communicated when the receiver, receives the loving gesture with gratitude. You see, when the receiver is not grateful, then love was not communicated. No matter how much effort and heart was put in it, that loving gesture was done in vain.

It is so important to show gratitude when a loving gesture is made toward you. So on this Valentine's day, show gratitude for your significant others' loving gestures toward you, coupled with your loving gestures toward them, you will have a higher success rate in communicating love on this Valentines Day. When you do both of those things love has gone full circle. Good Luck!

Maintaining a Healthy Marriage

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 18:08:38 GMT

Maintaining a Healthy Marriage

January 29, 2013 | Author: Mey Saephan

I have been asked to speak this week on "Creating Safety and Security in the Marriage" at First Presbyterian Church. First Pres of Berkeley hosts an annual Winter Workshop Series on "Maintaining a Healthy Marriage". I've been a speaker for their marriage workshops for many years now. I will be talking about the difference between autonomy and mutuality and how these two ways of behaving will make or break your sense of safety and security in the relationship. I will also guide you in creating a Couple Bubble to protect your relationship. This is free!!!

Location: First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley

2407 Dana St, Berkeley, CA 94704

In the Geneva Hall, Room G208

(510) 848-6242

Time: Sunday February 3rd, 2013 at 11:15am -12:30pm

Parking: is free. Mention that you are coming to the Maintaining a Healthy Marriage Class. Come early so you can have enough time to find parking. After finding a parking space, take the elevator up to the second floor. You will see a sign when you come out of the elevator. Take a right, go all the way to the end of the hallway and you will find the class.

Podcast on Divorce

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 18:13:52 GMT

Podcast on Divorce

September 6, 2012 Author: Mey Saephan

"In my work as a therapist, I help families repair their relationship so that it does not end in divorce. However, sometimes divorce is inevitable. In this podcast I am a guest, speaking with Josh Clark and Family Law attorney Cristin Lowe on the divorce process, its effects on children and how to work together for the best interest of the children involved."

Register for Creating Lasting Marital Affection & Connection

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 18:17:25 GMT

Register for Creating Lasting Marital Affection & Connection

August 13, 2012 | Author: Mey Saephan

Register for the marital workshop coming in January 2013! Please go to workshops tab to find out more information and register.

A.W.E. Workshop for Couples

WCAdmin@marketamerica.com (Market America WebCenters) — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 18:20:28 GMT

A.W.E. Workshop for Couples

March 14, 2012 | Author: Mey Saephan

Are you tired of negativity in your relationship? Come have brunch and listen to me speak on "Creating A.W.E. in your Marriage" this March 17th 10:00 am-12:00 noon.

A.W. E stands for Affection, Warmth, and Encouragement. You have more influence in your relationship than you think. Learn how to set the tone so that you can have a warm and inviting experience between you and your spouse.

Location: First Covenant Church

4000 Redwood Rd

Oakland, CA 94619

Fee $20, this includes brunch, handouts, and workshop. Please email me if you are interested.

See my Workshop page for more info on workshops I provide.