Cannabis and Couples Therapy: Can It Help Improve Relationships?

Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with your primary care doctor before making any decisions about cannabis use. By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Can Cannabis Help With Communication?  Couples therapy usually focuses on the classics:  communication breakdowns, unresolved conflict, and trust issues. But lately, someContinueContinue reading “Cannabis and Couples Therapy: Can It Help Improve Relationships?”

Can Cannabis Help with PTSD? A Cannabis-Informed Therapist Weighs In

Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with your primary care doctor before making any decisions about cannabis use for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or trauma recovery. By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT What is PTSD? Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing aContinueContinue reading “Can Cannabis Help with PTSD? A Cannabis-Informed Therapist Weighs In”

Can CBD Really Help With Trauma? Here’s What Science Says

Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with your primary care doctor before making any decisions about cannabis use. By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Trauma Lives in the Body (Not Just the Mind) Trauma isn’t just about what happened; it’s about what stays with you afterward.ContinueContinue reading “Can CBD Really Help With Trauma? Here’s What Science Says”

Cannabis for Grief & Loss: Can It Help with Emotional Healing?

Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with your primary care doctor before making any decisions about cannabis use. By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Grief Doesn’t Follow a Timeline (And Neither Does Healing) Grief isn’t something you “get over.” It’s something you move through, and thatContinueContinue reading “Cannabis for Grief & Loss: Can It Help with Emotional Healing?”

The Truth About Cannabis: Therapists & Dispensaries Set the Record Straight

Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult with your primary care doctor before making any decisions about cannabis use for health or wellness. By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Why Myths Persist Cannabis myths didn’t emerge by accident—they were deliberately created as part of a campaign rootedContinueContinue reading “The Truth About Cannabis: Therapists & Dispensaries Set the Record Straight”

4 Warning Signs of Divorce According To An NJ Marriage Therapist

By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Ever had that feeling that something’s off in your relationship, but you can’t quite put your finger on it? As a therapist, I often see couples struggling with that uncertainty. That’s why I love sharing concrete research and terminology that helps make sense of relationship challenges, and how to overcome them. Dr.ContinueContinue reading “4 Warning Signs of Divorce According To An NJ Marriage Therapist”

Why Pet Loss Can Be Harder Than Losing A Person You Love

Pet Grief in NJ The day we lose a pet, it feels as if the world shifts beneath our feet. The empty food bowl, the silent morning routine, the leash that hangs untouched – each detail carves a deeper hollow in our hearts.  For many, this grief cuts deeper than they ever expected, sometimes evenContinueContinue reading “Why Pet Loss Can Be Harder Than Losing A Person You Love”

Top 5 Behavioral Challenges in Children

By Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Parenting is a journey filled with love, joy, and an abundance of challenges. Managing difficult behaviors in children is one of the greatest challenges parents face. You’re tired, overwhelmed, and unsure of how “normal” these challenges are. Nurturing children’s growth entails addressing their behavioral issues with understanding and care. Let’s exploreContinueContinue reading “Top 5 Behavioral Challenges in Children”

Stay Connected With Your Partner After the Therapy Session Ends

If you and your partner have felt distant lately, have you considered couples therapy? Therapy can be an invaluable resource in building a better connection with your partner. By Jaunai Staton, LAMFT and Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Therapy creates a space where you can both get ready to engage in self-awareness and self-exploration. Just by recognizing theContinueContinue reading “Stay Connected With Your Partner After the Therapy Session Ends”

Is The Argument Really Over The Dishes?

Everyday bickering between couples is common. But what causes these arguments? Are you really upset about the dishes, or is there something else on your mind?   By Jaunai Staton, LAMFT and Lauren Grossbach, LMFT Couples often argue about cleaning, division of labor, and hours spent working outside the home. Disagreements about the dishes quickly turnContinueContinue reading “Is The Argument Really Over The Dishes?”