Kathy Bornino MFT

This Is How Narcissistic Parents Treat Their Children

New research shows how the narcissistic parenting style affects children.

Research Finds Parenting Style Affects Children in Unexpected Ways

The way parents relate to their children affects more than their emotional health, it also has an impact on their physical well-being, a new study found.

Ask Amy: My wife of 15 years wants a “hall pass” to stray from our marriage

Dear Amy: My wife had a moment of truth the other night.

Surviving a Narcissistic Partner: Should You Stay Or Should You Go?

Dear Terry, I’m definitely a “Fixer” and I married Tim knowing that he was controlling and self-centered. But I just never realized how hard it would be to live with someone who is so arrogant and …

13 Reasons Men And Women Ask Their Spouses For Divorce

"There were no warning signs and now he only 'loves me as a friend.'"

Can you learn anything positive from a divorce?

Can you learn anything positive from a divorce? - Divorce - Law Offices of KML Associates, Attorneys at Law

Did Your Knee Surgery Create New Pain?

Researchers are finding treatments for knee surgery patients with scar tissue buildup, called arthrofibrosis, that causes stiffness and difficulty bending the joint.

Being Wrong or Sorry: Which is most dangerous?

One of my clients recently made the statement that it was harder to say “I’m wrong” than it was to say “I’m sorry.” Therefore, he was always quick to admit…

6 Pieces of Debatable Marriage Advice All Couples Receive

There are some pieces of marriage advice that you should take with a grain of salt.

Finding a pro-marriage counselor

Counselors are not all pro-marriage. Did you know that? In fact, most counselors are pro- “individual happiness.” This means that many of them will prioritize personal happiness above a marriage relationship, which means if you are unhappy in your relationship, and unhappy in your efforts to improve the relationship, they will suggest and recommend divorce. […]

Does Marriage Therapy Work?

Does marriage therapy work? Hear one former marriage therapist's thoughts on the efficacy of marriage therapy.

12 Things I've Learned in 12 Years of Marriage

I am not a marriage counselor. I only have my experiences to go off of. Here are 12 things I have learned about marriage over the past 12 years.1. Love

Danger Signs of Marital Erosion

Relationships Expire Without Investment

You can go months without investing in your most important relationships; but you'll discover (too late) you ignored people so long that they'll now ignore you.

7 Signs You Need Marriage Counseling

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4 ways marriage can be a moneymaker

Many married individuals feel safer than singles when it comes to finances. But financial advisors say it's a false sense of confidence.

Don't Get Hooked! Avoiding Shenpa — Dr. Amy E. Keller, PsyD, MFT

We’ve all been caught in a big argument that started with something small. A simple word, tone, or minor transgression struck a nerve and you couldn’t resist striking back. That, my friends, is Shenpa, you’re hooked and are compelled to respond, even though you know it’s probably not a good idea. In