How To Know The Difference Between Mediation and Couples Therapy

How to Know the Difference Between Mediation and Couples Therapy  Jenny Ernest & Joelle Rabow Maletis While most people are aware of what couples therapy is, fewer people know about mediation, how it works, and how it can improve relationships similarly to couples therapy.  Mediation can help improve communication, problem solving approaches, and even result […]

The Impact Of Compassion Fatigue, Moral Injury, and Vicarious Trauma On Helping Professions

The Impact Of Compassion Fatigue, Moral Injury, and Vicarious Trauma On Helping Professions By Alyssa Bombacino & Joelle Rabow Maletis   “Between 40% and 85% of “helping professionals” develop vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue, and/or high rates of traumatic symptoms” (Olga Phoenix, 2020). Daily exposure to death, suffering, and pain can weigh heavily on the mental […]

Identifying The Signs of Suicide & Supporting a Loved One

Identifying The Signs of Suicide & Supporting a Loved One By: Alyssa Bombacino & Joelle Rabow Maletis In September, National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is observed, in addition to National Suicide Prevention Awareness Week and World Suicide Prevention Day. During these dates, we aim to shed light on a global issue that affects so many […]

Nick is now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at JRM&A! 

Nick is now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at JRM&A! Nick Watkins, MA, LMFT (LMFT 134516) Nick is a 10 year Air Force Veteran who joined our team in May of 2021. He describes how his life has been transformed by his experiences in the Air Force, how mentoring others influenced him to become […]

How to Know the Difference Between Therapy and Coaching

How to Know the Difference Between Therapy and Coaching By Jenny Ernest & Joelle Rabow Maletis   What is Therapy? Therapy can be defined differently by people based on what it means to them, what it is to them, and how they use it themselves. It’s the understanding of one’s self in relationship with self […]

5 Things To Know About Heather Penny!

5 Things To Know About Heather Penny!   Bio: Dr. Heather Penny is a leadership coach, trusted advisor, speaker, and author. Using her 3C Living program, she guides people into finding their clarity, confidence, and courage so they can step into their best life as they recognize the unique strengths they have to offer. Heather […]

Hear From Our Clinic Director & AMFT Trainee, Sarah Lucha

Hear From our Clinic Director and AMFT Trainee, Sarah Lucha!   Sarah began her career in Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and program design work. She has worked as a sexual assault advocate and done great work within the community to advocate for survivors. Sarah is also a published author in the Violence Against Women Medical […]

5 Ways To Spot Narcissistic Abuse!

5 Ways To Spot Narcissistic Abuse! By Alyssa Bombacino & Joelle Maletis What Is Narcissism? Narcissism consists of selfishness, a lack of empathy for others, and an inflated sense of self-importance. Those with narcissism tend to idealize themselves to others in order to avoid the feelings of inner shame that they experience. Narcissists have trouble […]

Joelle’s Trauma Mini-Series With Therapy Talks

YouTube Live Mini-Series Joelle & Therapy Talks Do you want to learn more about trauma? Trauma-expert Joelle Rabow Maletis hosts a 5-part trauma series that will answer all of your questions and help you develop a deeper understanding of trauma! Click below to watch now! Episode 1 Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wGNtL6GI0A Joelle discusses the emotional impact […]

Tips On How To Love Your Body This Summer!

Tips On How To Love Your Body This Summer By Alyssa Bombacino   Each summer, nearly everyone strives for the “perfect summer body”. We often see “slim” and “athletic” body types on the News, TV, and social media. We are all targeted and influenced by this, regardless of gender.   This is harmful because the […]