Relationship Issues

As your life grows more and more complicated, relationships with others become harder to maintain.  This section of the website focuses on some of the relationships and relationship problems for which clients most frequently ask for my help.

Co-dependency was originally used in reference to interpersonal relationships in families of alcoholics. Over time, the concept of co-dependency has expanded into a definition which describes a dysfunctional pattern of living and problem solving that developed during childhood and is maintained in adulthood.

Communication skills are needed in all social interactions. While most people conscientiously focus or verbal communication, we forget how much we intentionally or unintentionally communicate through non-verbal signals.

Marriage and loved ones issues recognizes that relating to another person on an intimate psychological or physical level can be difficult. If you are having ongoing problems in any of your relationships, help is available. Whether you are having problems with your spouse, immediate family, significant other, lover, or children, the earlier you seek help the better since earlier intervention can help insure that the problems get better and do not get worse.

Separation and divorce recognizes that regardless of the cause, a failing or failed marriage typically generates intense emotions.  Emotions including depression, sadness, anger, hurt, anxiety, fear, loneliness, and lowered self-confidence are all common.  How you deal with a separation or divorce is very important because of the effect it will have on the rest of your life as well as the lives of your spouse and children.

Parenting problems are an ever growing issues as life becomes more complicated and diverse.  There are no books or proven methods that will tell you how to be a perfect parent.  And even if you could be the perfect parent, you can still expect to have problems at times with your child and adolescent. Parent/child relationships can be very complicated and you may need some help as your children grow, mature, and begin exercising their independence.

"If you really want help dealing with your feelings and emotions, changing your behavior, and improving your life, I will be happy to help you.  I am available almost any time and any place.  You can call me directly and there is no cost or obligation for the initial telephone consultation.  Or you can reach me by email.  I look forward to the possibility of helping you to improve your life."   Dr. Vince Berger