Children need adult men in their lives.

Not many people could juggle graduate school and two jobs.

I counseled a 75-year-old married, bi-sexual man who was having a gay affair and was not having sex with his wife to continue his secret life because that seemed like the kindest thing to do. But a young woman embarking on married life, hoping to start a family with her husband, needs to at least know he's already living a double life.

Insecurity is a toxin and confidence is a tonic, so make the choice not to dwell on the worst possible case.

If you think a caregiver has an active substance abuse problem, that person should never be entrusted with your child.

I try to direct people in distress to the right resources, where they can get comprehensive help. I've heard from many people that simply putting down in a letter what is going on in their lives is therapeutic in and of itself.

Most women at some point or many points in their lives will have to deal with an unwanted advance and having the confidence to be "rude" and say no is an important skill to develop.