by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | May 4, 2018 | Grief, Holidays
In our society, we are often expected to “get over” our grief and “move on.” Sadly, grief does not work this way as it is not an event but a process as unique as each individual griever. When you lose a loved one, coping with loss is something you do every day for the...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Mar 2, 2018 | Grief, Stress
Understanding the difference between healthy distraction and avoidance Grief feels overwhelming and unbearable at times. It leads to physical changes such as muscle tension and fatigue. Grief can make clear thinking difficult. Making decisions and problem solving may...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Oct 27, 2017 | Grief
“Grief demands to be seen and felt – and when we see it and feel it, grief will break our hearts open into sweeping expansion.” -Joanne Cacciatore The grieving process acts as a long winding road through a myriad of painful and unexpected emotions. Such emotions range...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Jul 14, 2017 | Grief, Therapy
Reaching out to a therapist is not always easy. It takes tremendous courage to ask for and receive help. If you have suffered the loss of a loved one, taking the first step can be even more challenging. When you lose a loved one, whether a parent, spouse, child, a...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Jun 2, 2017 | Anxiety, Children, Family, Parenting, Stress
Introduction by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. Guest article by Bill Eddy, LCSW, Esq., New Ways for Families One of the first questions asked by parents who are beginning the divorce process is, “What should we tell the children, and how should we tell them?” Most parents,...
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