I got divorced 5 years ago from a guy who has alwaysI got divorced 5 years ago from a guy who has always controlled me and the kids . He did a lot of deceitful things with money and could not be trusted . I've always have been afraid of him and wanted … read more
LeahMSW
Clinical Social Worker
Master's Degree
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My mother watches my 2 children ages 7 and 4, 3 times aMy mother watches my 2 children ages 7 and 4, 3 times a week. She has been divorced from my fathers for 30+ years but still harbors resentment towards him. Growing up she told us things about the divo… read more
LeahMSW
Clinical Social Worker
Master's Degree
2,776 satisfied customers
I am a 41-year-old female who has been married for twelveI am a 41-year-old female who has been married for twelve years. My mom died when I was 19 and my dad passed away from cancer in 2012. My husband and I are having serious problems regarding his family… read more
Dr. Kaushik
PSYCHIATRIST ( MD Psychiatry)
Doctoral Degree
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My stepson has a biological father who considers him a partHi -- my stepson has a biological father who considers him a part of his own family when he goes to visit weekends. When there are large family get-togethers my wife and I are purposely not invited so… read more
JaRee1993
Mental Health Counselor
Master's Degree
145 satisfied customers
My daughter, after 20 years of marriage and two beautifulMy daughter, after 20 years of marriage and two beautiful sons, just found out a month ago that her husband has been cheating with his high school sweetheart. He told her he still loves her, but he is… read more
TherapistMaryAnn
Therapist
Master's Degree
4,259 satisfied customers
My husband and I are getting divorced as he has decided toMy husband and I are getting divorced as he has decided to live out a gay lifestyle. In fact, he cheated on me with a man. We only told our children (ages 17, 15 & 12) that we hav problems that we can… read more
psychlady
Clinical Director
Master's Degree
3,500 satisfied customers
II am divorced and had physical custody of my sons their 14II am divorced and had physical custody of my sons their 14 and 16 years.I sadly raised them out of guilt,shame,anger,fear...I am co-dependent and depressed.My boys and I never really had a healthy,lo… read more
Mark Manley
268 satisfied customers
My husband has filed for a divorce and cannot tell me why.My husband has filed for a divorce and cannot tell me why. He goes back to things that have occured in the past. He points out things that he says I've done wrong, but says he doesn't blame me for thi… read more
Brad The Therapist
Doctoral Degree
550 satisfied customers
We have my granddaughter in therapy, and her behavior hasWe have my granddaughter in therapy, and her behavior has escalated to screaming xlslsl you in the mall; dumping water on a child's head, insulting her mother after coming from her fathers, and after … read more
Dr. Olsen
Psychologist
Doctoral Degree
2,336 satisfied customers
This should be answered by a clinical psychologist or alongThis should be answered by a clinical psychologist or along that line. My Dad died in 2009 of a dibilitating disease. His adult children never showed sympathy over 16 yrs he had it. He and his ex-wife… read more
Dr. Michael
Professor
Doctoral Degree
2,177 satisfied customers
My ex-husband who left me for a man is constantly belittlingMy ex-husband who left me for a man is constantly belittling me in front of our 14 year old daughter. She lives in the condo w/ my ex- and his partner which I was totally against. But when we agreed f… read more
Dr. Michael
Professor
Doctoral Degree
2,177 satisfied customers
My step-mother can not tolerate the presence of any of myMy step-mother can not tolerate the presence of any of my father's grown children. All are above the age of 50 and have their own families. I am the oldest daughter and recently attempted to visit my … read more
Arundhati
Practicing Psychotherapist
Master's Degree
259 satisfied customers
My 21 yr old son left last week on a car trip with hisMy 21 yr old son left last week on a car trip with his father; we are divorced. Father has hx of anger problems, crossdressing. Car is a rental, son is "primary" driver. Son called today after 7 days,… read more
Karyn Jones
Counselor
Bachelor's Degree
1,713 satisfied customers
I have married a wonderful woman who has 3 wonderful kidsI have married a wonderful woman who has 3 wonderful kids and I am their full-time step father. Her ex is a full blown psychopath; which is why she left him. My question is: What is the best thing to … read more
Dr. Rossi
Doctoral Degree
2,964 satisfied customers
How do respond to a son who does not want to have anythinghow do respond to a son who does not want to have anything to do with you because u talk the truth about his barcissistic father,,,he is very angry w me everytime i explain to him,our divorce...… read more
Dr. Steve
Doctoral Degree
370 satisfied customers
She is charming to all, agreeing with every argument....sheshe is charming to all, agreeing with every argument....she will not allow her husband to reprimand her 8 year old son, who is very bright and has learned how to manipulate the situation. The boy has … read more
Ralph LMHC
Psychotherapist
Master's Degree
872 satisfied customers
My granddaughter is distancing herself more and more fromMy granddaughter is distancing herself more and more from our side of the family--especially her father, who is my son. My son and his wife divorced when "Alice" was a baby. From day one, Alice formed… read more
Carol Kryder LMFT
Private Practice
Master's Degree
802 satisfied customers
Why does a "very important busy father" make his adultWhy does a "very important busy father" make his adult children go thru the mom (who also serves as his secretary)for any communication with him. She then reports his answers back to the kids. Does th… read more
Dr. Keane
Therapist
Doctoral Degree
1,379 satisfied customers
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