Michael Courter

Michael Courter has a master’s degree in Social Work with distinction from California State University Chico and is certified in Parent Child Interaction Therapy. He has been treating individuals and families since 2006.

7 Books That Will Improve Your Life

These nonfiction books touch on the areas of health, stress management, relationships, career, habits, parenting, and marriage.

Family & Education June 24, 2020
Your Autonomic Nervous System and You

Veterans, people who have experienced childhood abuse, and others who have experienced trauma are often left with emotional ...

Health June 11, 2020
Why Children Turn Away From Their Parents

If you and your child have a strong bond, it will be difficult for their peers to compete ...

Family & Education May 25, 2020
6 Hidden Blessings of Homeschooling

While you are choosing how and what your child learns, you could learn it along with them. With ...

Family & Education April 27, 2020
5 Ways to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed

Many people think that multitasking is efficient but it is a much slower way to work than focusing ...

Family & Education April 15, 2020
7 Ways to Stay Sane While Social Distancing

With all of these changes happening so quickly it can be difficult to make the necessary mental adjustments. ...

Family & Education March 30, 2020
Speak Your Truth

Take an honest look at yourself and ask yourself: “Why have I kept part of myself hidden from ...

Inspired March 23, 2020
How to Find More Joy in Your Life

A lot of us are under the impression that we have to finish our responsibilities before we can ...

Relationships February 27, 2020
Winning Back a Defiant Toddler

The first step to taming toddler defiance and getting toddlers’ behavior under control is to work on your ...

Family & Education January 22, 2020
Breaking Free of the Victim Mentality

Do you find yourself in a series of interactions with someone that lead to anger and guilt? You ...

Family & Education January 17, 2020
See Yourself Anew in the New Year

If you are like 45 percent of the population, you are earnestly preparing for an upcoming New Year’s ...

Life & Tradition January 2, 2020
It’s OK to Say ‘No, Thank You’

Seeing family is one of the great joys of the holiday season, but for many of us, it ...

Family & Education December 18, 2019
Your Anxiety Is Trying to Tell You Something

Anxiety acts as a warning bell from our subconscious mind that something is wrong. Anxiety may be trying ...

Health October 30, 2019
Break Out of Depression by Focusing on These 4 Pillars of Health

Jessica and Bill came to my office with their daughter, who has entered into a deep depression since ...

Health October 24, 2019
Tune Into Your Loved Ones

A couple in their mid-30s, Heather and Shane, sit down on the couch in my office. Heather leans ...

Life & Tradition October 8, 2019
What to Do When a Loved One Is Suffering From Addiction

Rejection by close family members is a common antecedent to a relapse of addictive behavior.

Family & Education October 1, 2019
Solve Your Problem Actively but First, Define It Carefully

With complicated problems, it is useful to go through a purposeful, structured process.

Family & Education September 25, 2019
You Have the Power to Shape your Relationships

You often do have the power to shift your relationships unilaterally.

Family & Education September 17, 2019
Compassion and Validation: a Salve to Heal Damaged Relationships

Throughout the years of my helping people repair their relationships, one tool stands above the rest to heal ...

Family & Education September 5, 2019
It’s Not You, It’s Us

Break out of conflicts by finding patterns that keep us stuck

Family & Education August 22, 2019
Movie Review: ‘I, Tonya’

Michael: “I, Tonya” is based on the true story of Tonya Harding (Margot Robbie). Tonya Harding became famous ...

Film & TV February 16, 2018
LeBron James: Decision 2014

After a highly disappointing NBA finals LeBron James has decided to opt out of his contract with the ...

NBA June 25, 2014
The 2014 San Antonio Spurs: A New Kind of NBA Champion

The San Antonio Spurs have won the 2014 NBA championship and in the process they have discovered a ...

NBA June 16, 2014
Why LeBron Should Leave Miami; Where He Should Go

LeBron James has the option to opt out of his contract with the Miami Heat after this season. ...

NBA December 28, 2013
The NBA’s Challengers Tier

The teams in the challenger tier have not shown that they have a real chance of winning the ...

NBA December 22, 2013
Four NBA Title Contenders

The definition used for these rankings is which team has the best chance of winning the championship. These ...

NBA December 17, 2013
Top Ten NBA Players by Tier

Who are the best players in the NBA? Well, number one, LeBron James, is pretty obvious and in ...

NBA December 8, 2013