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Compassion, Empathy and the Dalai Lama

Marriage & Family Therapy of Trumbull, CT (MFT3) Posted on 1/24/2015 by Katherine Allen1/24/2015

Paul Ekman has created something quite extraordinary. He has filmed and presented to us, free of charge, an extremely lengthy series of interviews with his Holiness the Dalai Lama. They are presented in shorter “Webisodes” for a more digestible format. … Continue reading »

Posted in Educational, Gratitude | Tagged compassion, empathy, global, intelligence, Paul Ekman, The Dalai Lama | Leave a reply

Turn towards one another

Marriage & Family Therapy of Trumbull, CT (MFT3) Posted on 12/5/2014 by Katherine Allen12/5/2014

Sue Johnson is the master couples therapist and I employ her philosophies daily. There is no better nugget of how to create a lifelong loving relationship. Enjoy.

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Posted in Divorce, Educational, Intimacy / Couples | Tagged alone, compassion, couples, heal, infidelity, loss, loving, philosophy, repair, research, science, Sue Johnson, thrive, together | Leave a reply

Attention: Special Needs Parents

Marriage & Family Therapy of Trumbull, CT (MFT3) Posted on 11/5/2014 by Katherine Allen7/25/2018

I received this announcement today and it seems like a valuable resource for special needs parents. Special Needs Webinar PDF

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Posted in Educational, Parenting | Tagged assistance, financial, guidance, help, IEE, IEP, parents, PPT, special needs, webinar | Leave a reply

Domestic Violence and Power in the NFL – Again

Marriage & Family Therapy of Trumbull, CT (MFT3) Posted on 9/10/2014 by Katherine Allen2/13/2020

I was disappointed (yet unsurprised) to learn of yet another case of serious abuse being perpetrated by a professional sports player against his fiancee Janay Palmer. The tape that is being circulated of NFL player Ray Rice punching then dragging … Continue reading »

Posted in Domestic Violence, Educational | Tagged abuse, NFL, Ray Rice, victim, video | Leave a reply

Robin Williams and the Gift He Has Left

Marriage & Family Therapy of Trumbull, CT (MFT3) Posted on 8/12/2014 by Katherine Allen7/25/2018

I fear the news of Robin Williams’ suicide is following suit with so many other teachable moments, and I will try to not have the lesson get lost in the fray. He left us the gift of a teachable moment: the … Continue reading »

Posted in Brain, Educational, Substance Abuse, Suicide | Tagged bipolar, death, depression, disorder, loss, manic, medication, Robin Williams | 1 Reply

Scott Miller, #EVO2013

Marriage & Family Therapy of Trumbull, CT (MFT3) Posted on 8/11/2014 by Katherine Allen8/11/2014

I was at this presentation last December, and I am thrilled to share it here. Scott Miller is a very astute, energetic and engaging presenter. Enjoy!

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Posted in Educational, Good Things | Tagged 80%, EVO2013, evolution, expert, feedback, measures, psychotherapy, Scott Miller | Leave a reply

Our Mysterious Brains

Marriage & Family Therapy of Trumbull, CT (MFT3) Posted on 8/4/2014 by Katherine Allen7/25/2018

As we now know, I am fascinated by the brain. I am an avid Brainspotter, my clients are getting amazing results with the technique. It seems as if this is the new cutting edge of research and understanding. There has … Continue reading »

Posted in Brain, Brainspotting, Educational, Good Things | Tagged adolescent, change, circuitry, memories, memory, mid-brain, NPR, past, process, Radiolab, reward center, Sarah-Jayne Blakemore, TED, thoughts, WNYC | Leave a reply

Good News

Marriage & Family Therapy of Trumbull, CT (MFT3) Posted on 4/8/2014 by Katherine Allen7/25/2018

Sometimes all we really need to do is to hear those 2 words, “good news” to brighten our moods and let go of, perhaps, some negative stuck thinking. I have 2 things today that I believe are good news, and … Continue reading »

Posted in Brain, Brainspotting, Educational, Good Things, Inspiration | Tagged CTAMFT, good news, illustrate, infographic, model, science, share, social connection | Leave a reply

Join Me at the Trumbull Marriott!

Marriage & Family Therapy of Trumbull, CT (MFT3) Posted on 4/1/2014 by Katherine Allen7/25/2018

This April 24 and 25, 2014 I would be thrilled if you would join me and the rest of the Board of Directors at the 2014 CTAMFT Annual Conference. This year’s topic is near and dear to my heart, it’s … Continue reading »

Posted in Educational, Good Things | Tagged Annual conference, April 24, April 25, compassion, CT, CTAMFT, EMDR, Ingeborg Haug, Jayne Dean, Jeff Schutz, Karl Spiers, Kelly McGonigal, Lou Cozolino, Marriott, mindfulness, Neurofeedback, social brain, Trumbull | 1 Reply

Me Want It But Me Wait

Marriage & Family Therapy of Trumbull, CT (MFT3) Posted on 11/11/2013 by Katherine Allen7/25/2018

I just love Cookie Monster and his new popularity. I especially like this new video as he is expanding on the concept first proven years ago in The Marshmallow Test, but with his Cookie Monster-ness glowing. Enjoy! And remember that … Continue reading »

Posted in Educational, Parenting, Substance Abuse | Tagged Cookie Monster, instant gratification, marshmallow test, reward, waiting | Leave a reply

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Notable sites

  • AAMFT American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
  • Attachment & Trauma Network, Inc.
  • Brainspotting The main site in the US for information on Brainspotting therapy.
  • CTAMFT The Connecticut Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
  • Hidden Sugars Ever wonder just how much sugar is in something? Useful visual reference.
  • Sex Ed by Text Teens are looking for answers in their own language.

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