Presently Processing Marriage and Family Therapy

12/23/2025

Have faith.

If a watched pot never boils, maybe the real miracle isn’t the boil itself the fact that I had a bough trust to put it on the stove at all. No fanfare. No guarantee. Just the soft pop of trus…

12/19/2025

It’s not what you might think it is.

No-Contact with Parents: A Gentle Exploration of Distance, Healing, and the Space Between Us That’s what some people hear when an adult child chooses no-contact, but it’s rarely the truth, at least…

12/17/2025

"How are you doing?"

It’s okay to cry. Crying creates self-awareness, carving out space for our authentic selves. Yet, we hide our tears so often, don’t we? From our children, our spouses, sometimes even our clos…

12/16/2025

Merry Christmas to every family system. 🎄

In today’s world, blended families (also known as stepfamilies) are increasingly common. With divorce rates, remarriages, and new partnerships on the rise, many households include children from pre…

12/12/2025

What do you think?

I turned 45 this year, and in the stillness that follows such milestones, something became clear: painfully, undeniably clear. I don’t really have friends anymore. The one who truly knew me, the on…

09/22/2025

Thoughts while cleaning my house today.

I’m at my kitchen table, the one with late night talks, family time and stories etched into its grain. It’s 2020, and I’m writing my second letter of the week to my son, who’s grinding through boot…

09/22/2025

We offer 5 free sessions for military families, followed by just $35 per session. We look forward to meeting you.

09/17/2025

Messy, messy, messy.

I’m kneading sourdough bagel dough in my quiet kitchen, and my heart is breaking. Amanda, my Anam Cara, my soul friend, should be here, flour on her nose and probably all over my clothes, laughing …

09/12/2025

I have so much to say lately...

I’ve been thinking about Hamilton lately (I just wantched in Syracuse this week)—about Alexander Hamilton’s relentless drive to prove himself and Aaron Burr’s cautious waiting for the right moment.…

09/10/2025

Feeling ready to take the first step? At Presently Processing Marriage and Family Therapy, we have immediate openings with our compassionate therapists, Megan, Ellen, and Tanisha—no waitlist! Whether you’re seeking support for yourself, your relationship, or your family, we’re here to help you thrive. 💙 Contact us today to schedule your session or consultation.

09/09/2025

Oh the things we learn in unexpected moments all at once, things we have known and never make the time to discover….

I’m Not Lucky, Privileged, or Blessed. In a world quick to label our lives with words like “lucky,” “privileged,” or “blessed,” I’ve come to realize those terms don’t sit right with me. They hand o…

08/27/2025

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The world is loud. It screams at us through screens, wars raging, ice caps melting, economies teetering, and voices clashing in endless debates. It’s enough to make your heart race, your shoulders …