tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.comments2023-09-01T04:57:39.981-04:00From Where I StandAndrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comBlogger137125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-29976101450000788182014-06-05T23:38:51.114-04:002014-06-05T23:38:51.114-04:00I appreciate your feedback, Ricky. I hope I will b...I appreciate your feedback, Ricky. I hope I will be able to find a school that wants to try it. I like your suggestions about evaluating the program's effectiveness.Andrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-20796490183940637912014-06-03T15:58:22.968-04:002014-06-03T15:58:22.968-04:00Andrea, this is clearly a replicable intervention....Andrea, this is clearly a replicable intervention. I hope you'll find a place to test it out and see if (a) the usual results of this type of medication apply with your version, and with school children, and (b) if that leads to reduced bullying.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07279237563145217579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-30817457327027016992014-06-01T18:28:49.384-04:002014-06-01T18:28:49.384-04:00Dorlee,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the b...Dorlee,<br /><br />Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the benefits of introducing lovingkindness meditation to schools. For readers who are interested in more detailed information about the benefits of lovingkindness meditation, you can read the following article in the Huffington Post online, which summarizes the research: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/kripalu/loving-kindness-meditation_b_3961300.html<br />Andrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-35120714272256797432014-06-01T18:12:38.998-04:002014-06-01T18:12:38.998-04:00Andrea,
Thank you for having created this lovingk...Andrea,<br /><br />Thank you for having created this lovingkindness meditation for children (and their parents and teachers) to do, as well as the whole guide to help a school implement a compassionate approach to one another as the preventative method to deal with bullying. <br /><br />I love your plan and will definitely be sharing it. Several years ago, I believe both Dan Siegel and a few others had tried to encourage meditation in school for the purpose of focus but I think the need for compassion is even more critical in light of what has been going on in our schools (and society) as a whole. <br /><br />And in fact, when engaging in lovingkindness meditation, everyone would be reaping improvements in both focus and compassion (as well as a host of other areas such as self-regulation, immune system etc.); therefore, it's a win-win from many respects.DorleeMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12095854625660993531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-27701377239033342182013-05-07T22:06:56.533-04:002013-05-07T22:06:56.533-04:00Dear Appie,
Unfortunately, there are no easy answ...Dear Appie,<br /><br />Unfortunately, there are no easy answers to your difficult situation. It is not your fault that you were unable to tell anyone when you were a child so I hope you will stop judging yourself for that. I strongly recommend that you get therapy for yourself and for your children if you are not already doing so. Look for therapists who have specialized training and experience with child sexual abuse and custody issues. Be careful not to coach your children about what to say to their therapists and not to question them about what they discuss in therapy.<br /><br />I wish you all the best. <br /><br />Warmly,<br />AndreaAndrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-66503491219037436802013-05-01T19:33:20.791-04:002013-05-01T19:33:20.791-04:00My kids are in danger, thier father keeps sending ...My kids are in danger, thier father keeps sending them to my rapists home. Ive tried to fight it but im to old D: How canI fight this?Im in a custody battle with the father but this portion of the case has been discredited because I never stepped up and now its too late. My rapist was my father. The kids father uses my father as a babysitter. My father manipulated me to never tell then I thought there was no reason to. Now there is... I was wrong not to tell, but I was 6 when it started and it didnt end until I was 11. I want this statute of limitations gone. Its wrong. There should at least be acceptable reasons of doubt like this. What do I do? Where do I go to fight?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00804292019502588299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-5259822878482462262013-02-10T00:59:17.108-05:002013-02-10T00:59:17.108-05:00The AEDP Institute website, http://www.aedpinstitu...<br />The AEDP Institute website, http://www.aedpinstitute.org/, has information about AEDP, training opportunities, and links to many articles about this form of psychotherapy. Diana Fosha, who developed the method, wrote a book entitled "The Transforming Power of Affect", which I highly recommend. Andrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-33779188228615398202013-02-10T00:38:14.402-05:002013-02-10T00:38:14.402-05:00I am interested in learning more about AEDP. Where...I am interested in learning more about AEDP. Where can I find further information?<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-34764980170311704332012-12-16T23:16:10.980-05:002012-12-16T23:16:10.980-05:00Dear stressed out,
Thanks so much for taking the ...Dear stressed out,<br /><br />Thanks so much for taking the time to let me know that you benefitted from my post. I'm glad it was helpful.<br /><br />Warmly,<br />AndreaAndrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-26269786089388479332012-12-16T18:45:40.388-05:002012-12-16T18:45:40.388-05:00Thanks for sharing this information it's very ...Thanks for sharing this information it's very interesting and helpful, it's taught me afew things :) xxstressed outhttp://www.mentalhealthy.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-37306372919424560392012-12-11T10:04:17.936-05:002012-12-11T10:04:17.936-05:00Dear Carolyn,
Thanks for your caring comment. I a...Dear Carolyn,<br /><br />Thanks for your caring comment. I appreciate your kind words. <br /><br />Warmly,<br />AndreaAndrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-64431674870578107802012-12-06T17:15:37.246-05:002012-12-06T17:15:37.246-05:00Andrea,
Thanks for the info about the research. ...Andrea,<br /> Thanks for the info about the research. As others have said, it's good to have data to support what traditions have advised for eons. <br /> And I'm so glad that you were spared the devastation of Sandy (as was I).<br /> Best,<br /> CarolynCarolyn Stonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00172717637918338744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-11021459259649093692012-11-29T17:47:48.341-05:002012-11-29T17:47:48.341-05:00Dear Rachelle, Ann, Kathy and JoAnn,
I am gratefu...Dear Rachelle, Ann, Kathy and JoAnn,<br /><br />I am grateful for your comments! :)<br /><br />Warmly,<br />AndreaAndrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-79480589673866387852012-11-26T09:50:41.810-05:002012-11-26T09:50:41.810-05:00Agree with the other commenters - having research ...Agree with the other commenters - having research confirm what we know is powerful. JoAnn Jordanhttp://www.music2spark.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-25019503480735132452012-11-24T15:29:30.766-05:002012-11-24T15:29:30.766-05:00Nice post to remind us to practice gratitude Nice post to remind us to practice gratitude KathyMorellihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11964694639815237665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-44584885176223296752012-11-23T22:42:30.050-05:002012-11-23T22:42:30.050-05:00Andrea,
I think that the gratitude research is ri...Andrea,<br /><br />I think that the gratitude research is right up there with mindfulness research in terms of exciting developments. I love that psychology truly can help people be healthier and happier.<br /><br />Warmly,<br />AnnAnn Becker-Schutte, Ph.D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08811791856947238859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-37617976154706867892012-11-23T22:26:14.534-05:002012-11-23T22:26:14.534-05:00It's always lovely to hear that research has c...It's always lovely to hear that research has confirmed what we seem to know intuitively. I, too, attempt to maintain an attitude of gratitude as much as possible. Thank you for the reminders of why this is so important.Rachelle Normanhttp://soundscapingsource.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-61036938970093882132012-11-20T18:03:04.992-05:002012-11-20T18:03:04.992-05:00Dear AllianceGateKeepah,
Thanks so much for your ...Dear AllianceGateKeepah,<br /><br />Thanks so much for your kindness. It means a lot to me that you took the time to reach out and express your condolences. I also appreciate your recognition of my caring and dedication to my clients' healing.<br /><br />I hope you and your family have a great Thanksgiving!<br /><br />Warmly,<br />Andrea<br /><br />Andrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-90676375107384977772012-11-20T10:30:56.851-05:002012-11-20T10:30:56.851-05:00Andrea, please accept my condolences.
I am happy t...Andrea, please accept my condolences.<br />I am happy that you played such an important role in this woman's life...and she in yours. You are the example and the proof that there are therapists who truly care about their clients and will better themselves just to continue to be able to help them towards recovery. Tha Gata Negrrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16129210212313019806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-7347123633987229822012-10-23T13:35:41.310-04:002012-10-23T13:35:41.310-04:00It was my privilege to help your sister. I'm g...It was my privilege to help your sister. I'm glad I had the chance to know her. I miss her too. <br /><br />Thanks for your heartfelt appreciation. I wish you comfort in your grief.<br /><br />Warmly,<br />AndreaAndrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-87253193315358230382012-10-23T11:46:54.458-04:002012-10-23T11:46:54.458-04:00Andrea,
I appreciate everything you have done for ...Andrea,<br />I appreciate everything you have done for my sister along her journey towards healing up to her ultimate healing with the Lord. Yes, she was an amazing woman and survivor, and I miss her tremendously. Your post brought tears to my eyes knowing how much she respected you and how much you have helped her heal. I thank you from my heart, and I thank God that He orchestrated the events that brought the two of you together. Thank you as well for being there for me and other loved ones during those difficult months prior to her passing.<br />With my love and respect.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-83762378037353525772012-10-19T16:09:34.061-04:002012-10-19T16:09:34.061-04:00Dear Erica,
I am touched by your kind words. Than...Dear Erica,<br /><br />I am touched by your kind words. Thank you.<br /><br />Warmly,<br />Andrea<br /><br />Andrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-37864107754036267312012-10-19T16:07:47.355-04:002012-10-19T16:07:47.355-04:00Dear JoAnn,
I echo your heartfelt prayer.
Warml...Dear JoAnn,<br /><br />I echo your heartfelt prayer. <br /><br />Warmly,<br />AndreaAndrea B. Goldberg, LCSWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05256936997292653896noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-69844223023082239902012-10-19T09:15:44.789-04:002012-10-19T09:15:44.789-04:00beautiful and inspirational story, your actions as...beautiful and inspirational story, your actions as a caregiver transcend life and death. YOU work with a spirit of faith, hope and love and it is beautiful. Thank you for sharing this story. Ericahttp://www.facebook.com/BAYADAHomeHealthCarenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3207351727628492131.post-74391525728301560812012-10-19T09:14:31.498-04:002012-10-19T09:14:31.498-04:00Therapist learn so much from their clients as your...Therapist learn so much from their clients as your post demonstrates. Thank you for sharing this touching story. I pray it encourages others to find their inner strength.JoAnn Jordanhttp://www.music2spark.comnoreply@blogger.com