Everything seems different these days, shadowed by a new, unwanted reality. Since the devastating loss that my closest friend experienced, the minutiae of daily life has changed, for her and for all of those who care about her. The week after the loss, I had...
As a child, summer used to be my absolute favorite season: The freedom of no school, camp and ‘the country’, indulging in swimming and celebrating my birthday made it a pretty obvious choice. Now I claim spring as my favorite: the harbinger of hope and...
Building Emotional Intimacy Working with individuals and couples, I often notice how people can be more disconnected from themselves than they realize, which in turn has an impact on the depth of their connections with partners, friendships, and beyond. Often, people who are frustrated with...
State of Mind Robin Gutman, LPC I wasn’t trying to eavesdrop, really. It was late on a Saturday night, and the dairy eatery was mostly empty. At a nearby table sat a group of five women, engaged in a lively conversation about therapy. From the...
On Sunday, I attended a wedding, and as most weddings are, it was a beautiful and joyous occasion. As I observed the youthful groom being escorted towards his elegant bride amidst an enthusiastic hubbub of singing and dancing, the thought struck me: ‘They are so...
Robin Gutman, LPC Last week I cried in Newark International airport. Twice. I sent two children overseas, on two different days. Our separation in the airport marked the start of their continued growth and independence. It was healthy, joyous, exciting; a natural ‘next step’ in...