Author Archives: Nicole

Research shows that 67% of couples report lower marital satisfaction after kids. Generally marital satisfaction will stay at the same reduced level until the children turn 4 years-old. As a Psychologist and new mom of twin boys, here is what … Continue reading →

A recent study by the University of Toronto revealed that 2 in 5 (almost 40%) formerly depressed adults are happy and achieve complete mental health. This research provides a hopeful message on Mental Illness Awareness Week. These adults reported that … Continue reading →

Moving in together is a significant step in your relationship. It is definitely an exciting time for you both. You will learn a lot more about each other, some good and some bad. Here are things to keep in mind … Continue reading →

I had a client ask me recently about the old adage “opposites attract.” She told me that she is in a relationship and it’s so much work because they are both so different. She expressed that she thought the relationship … Continue reading →

This week’s blog is targeted specifically towards men going through a break up. Whether it’s the dissolution of a relationship or a marriage it’s always tough. Most women in these situations are heartbroken but may still hold a glimmer of … Continue reading →

While I was pregnant with twins I noticed that I had started clenching my jaw a lot and especially at night. I would go throughout my day and feel happy leading my busy life but when I went to bed … Continue reading →

Being pregnant with twins (and having a c-section in 4 days!) there are a lot of thoughts running through my mind. I keep having conversations with friends and family about how much more work two babies are compared to just … Continue reading →

When your job is stressful it can be easy to spend your entire Sunday worrying about what you have to do on Monday. Some people have a hard time sleeping on Sunday night, and some spend their entire Sunday dreading … Continue reading →

You may have close friends who are divorced. The current divorce rate is about 50%. Some of my female clients have told me over the years that on their wedding day they had a gut feeling that he wasn’t the … Continue reading →

I’ve noticed recently that so many of our conversations with friends, coworkers and even our partners are centered around what we need to do in the future. Even at the end of the day when you’re talking to your spouse … Continue reading →