by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Mar 25, 2026 | Child Development, Men, Sexuality
The precise moment the trap closes — and the wound that follows a man for the rest of his life. There is a window of time, brief and unrepeatable, when a boy who has been absorbing the world’s verdict about masculine feeling begins to suspect that the verdict...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Mar 14, 2026 | Child Development, Men
Boys do not become magnificent men by accident. They become magnificent when the people around them deliberately call forth the best within them. Much of the modern conversation about boys is organized around prevention. We want boys who are not violent, not selfish,...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Aug 1, 2025 | Addiction, Anxiety Treatment, Child Development, Counseling, Couples Therapy, Depression, Marriage Counseling, Psychotherapy, PTSD
With mental health awareness on the rise, more people than ever are seeking therapy—and that’s a good thing. But when it comes to choosing a therapist, the options can be overwhelming. From psychologists and counselors to clinical social workers and marriage and...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Jun 29, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment, Child Development, Communication, Counseling, Depression, Family Therapy, Psychological Development
Mental health challenges among children and teens are on the rise, with anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues becoming more prevalent in recent years. While these issues can be treated in a variety of ways, marriage and family therapists (MFTs) bring a unique...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Jun 29, 2025 | Child Development, Communication, Counseling, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Psychological Development, Psychotherapy
Family relationships are among the most influential connections we experience. They shape our values, beliefs, emotional responses, and coping strategies. However, families are not immune to conflict, dysfunction, trauma, or the cumulative effects of generational...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | Jun 29, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment, Child Development, Communication, Counseling, Couples Therapy, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Therapy, Marriage Counseling, Premarital Counseling, Psychological Development, Psychotherapy, Relationships
In a world where relationships are increasingly complex and family dynamics ever-evolving, Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) stands as a critical resource for improving emotional health and interpersonal well-being. MFT is a form of psychotherapy that addresses the...
