by Donald Goodman | Dec 22, 2015 | Couples/Marriage Counseling
In the mental health community, there’s a term commonly used called “Self Regulation.” While there are some interchangeable words that mean the same thing, it’s pretty much just as it sounds. It’s your ability to self soothe, self regulate, or manage your...
by Donald Goodman | Nov 27, 2015 | Couples/Marriage Counseling
When communication is poor relationships suffer the most while talking about areas that produce high conflict. I consider these areas “hot topics”. However, some couples can’t even communicate about simple subjects because their unresolved issues and resentments bleed...
by Donald Goodman | Mar 2, 2015 | Couples/Marriage Counseling
On 2/15/15, the horrible news broke that a Santa Clarita resident shot and killed his wife and then turned the weapon on himself. The couple was going through divorce and people that knew them said the husband was a good man and couldn’t believe this happened. While I...
by Donald Goodman | Jan 24, 2013 | Couples/Marriage Counseling, News
Donald was interviewed for an article in the Santa Clarita Valley Signal, “What to Discuss before Getting Married.” View Article
by Donald Goodman | Nov 6, 2012 | Articles, Couples/Marriage Counseling
STEP 1: GET THE VENOM OUT The victim has a right to be pissed as long as they need to be to feel better. STEP 2: DECIDE ON A SHORT TERM PLAN What are you two going to do immediately through the next few weeks. STEP 3: CREATE A SAFE ENVIRONMENT After the initial...
by Donald Goodman | Oct 24, 2012 | Articles, Couples/Marriage Counseling
I just finished a great book called “Talent is Overrated” by Geoff Colvin. The book taught me so much, but also confirmed some of my own beliefs about the value of hard work. The book emphasizes how little success has to do with talent and how great achievers and...
