Author Archive: Margaret Shapiro, LCSW, BCD
Thoughts from the Movie “Boyhood”
April Westfall, PhD and Margaret Shapiro, LCSW, BCD
The Oscar-nominated film Boyhood takes us on a young man's journey through 12 years. The poignant movie shows the mistakes and triumphs of one family, with parts that we can all relate to. We asked our therapists to share their thoughts from the movie. Read their feelings… Read More
What Therapists Wish Their Clients Knew
Margaret Shapiro, LCSW, BCD
Before clients commit to therapy, they may want to talk to the clinician prior to coming in to ask a few questions. They may ask, "What kind of therapy do you do?", "Have you dealt with this problem before?", or "Can I reach you in… Read More
It’s Not Always a White Christmas. Complicated Families: Complicated Holidays
Margaret Shapiro, LCSW, BCD
Family holidays used to be simpler, at least that is the myth. When family members look more alike, have similar ideas of how the holidays are celebrated, and have common expectations of behavior, food and customs, life seems easier. Today many more families are intercultural,… Read More