by jessekahn | Jan 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
Language and labels can be incredibly meaningful. In a lot of my work I find people often resisting labels, defending labels, finding connection in labels and finding meaning. While sometimes harmful and limiting, labels can also be connecting and liberating. They can...
by jessekahn | Aug 19, 2016 | Uncategorized
In May 2016, the NY Times published an article called “Why You Will Marry the Wrong Person.” When I read this I thought “yes!!” Essentially the article explains why in therapy we explore your original relationships with your caretakers and...
by jessekahn | Jun 28, 2016 | Uncategorized
In my work with parents, I often find a theme of confusion on how to respond to their upset child. I also see a theme of dichotomous thinking where you’re either comforting, over-reassuring and overprotective OR you’re non-responsive and aloof. However,...