By Alexis Wood, MA, LAMFT Millions of people all over the world have been enamored with shows like the Muppets and Sesame Street. These shows have captivated young and old since the late ’60s and early ’70s. When engaging with puppets, there is a vulnerability needed from adults in the room. It can feel clunky […]
The Legacy of Dr. Mark Schaefer; Leaving a Mark in the World of Family Therapy
Dr. Mark Schaefer’s story begins as a child of a warm, loving Scotch/Irish, German family, living in a small Minnesota town. “We had a lot of extended family and a large church community. Even though my family went through some real turmoil and insecurity, this community created a safe place from which my sisters and […]
How to take care of self and family with Stay-at-Home order
The impact of this pandemic has shifted the everyday lives of us all. Suddenly, our daily routines are limited to the confides of our own home. It can feel as though we aren’t able to maintain our standards of living – grocery shopping, running errands, attending appointments, etc. Thankfully many therapists, including our therapists at Traverse, have implemented […]