Relationships
Dr. Goonan assists individuals and couples across the span of relationships
Dating & PremaritalDating runs the gamut from excitement to uncertainty and everything in between. It calls on each individual to be their most genuine and gentle self by reflecting on their history, preferences, and behaviors, while simultaneously understanding and accepting the differences that make each individual who they are and each relationship unique.
Embarking on the journey of a lifetime is best engaged with some preparation. Understanding how to nurture each other, grow through life's challenges, and foster each other's dreams follows some simple principles. A few sessions of focused engagement and understanding can lead to a lifetime of loving. |
MaritalThe essence of marriage is being in a relationship that doubles your pleasure and halves your pain ... when done well. From the beginning stages of forming your household through the challenges of parenthood, careers, and various life events marriage offers us the opportunity to have a partner who understands our deepest needs and dreams, and supports us through all challenges and phases. With a balance of individual growth and an interpersonal commitment to turn toward each other in times of need and to accept the reflections of our partner marriage turns adversity into advancement and challenges into deeper levels of communication.
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DivorceDivorce is challenging, not only to the individuals in the marriage, but also to those around them. This is especially true when children are involved. Dissolving a union in a way that allows for the greatest health of all individuals takes deliberate care and concern. Given the emotionality of divorce, it is especially beneficial to have a neutral third party to guide the process for the long-term health of all those concerned.
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