Robyn is Honest—Direct—Sincere
In Robyn’s curiosity towards others, She seeks to never obfuscate truth. She handles diversity with warmth; and, a myriad of other’s perspectives with dignity and Grace!
INTO ME SEE (A Lover’s Poem)
Into me see, You see what I cannot see in me.
Into me, you see my vulnerabilities, which I can see, and they worry me.
The weaknesses, in me, that you see . . .
Will they end our together we?
Or, will you still be interested in what you see and how you experience me?
This uncertainty can be quite scary.
What if I want you more than you want me?
Into me see, is my deepest longing in our Together We.
Furthermore, if we agree to become a We, let’s cherish our sense of belonging, our journey, our joy— replacing fear with the comfort of having you near!
The difference between being seen and being known
Initiate a conversation, ask a curious question demonstrating your interest, offer a comment or compliment, tell a funny story (get into it), share a part of your day, give a deep sustained hug, holding, relaxing in each other's arms, share a gelato!
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Why intimacy is not a destination
Take a walk together (a natural way to walk & talk about meaningful things) without being face-to-face the entire convo, feels like a safety barrier, while naming hurts/habits/ hang-ups. Risking & revealing can stave off loneliness and isolation.
Can open the heart's door to unprecedented outcomes: deeper intimacy, in both friendship and romantic interest.
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Enough -- on the permission to stop performing
What a Grace we can embrace to just BE! Be true to yourself. Be quick to make amends. Be curious about others. Be teachable in life, job, community, partnership, and in your inner healing.
Thoughts, emotions & life's experiences, shape our realities, ways of being, fears and insecurities. I offer a pinch of my fiendish delight/devilish/ mische
What happens in therapy, really
Many people arrive at Robyn's office uncertain what to expect. This piece demystifies the therapeutic process -- and why its most important ingredient has nothing to do with technique.
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The spiritual life is not separate from the emotional one
In Robyn's work, body, mind, spirit, and soul are never compartmentalized. This reflection explores what it means to hold your inner spiritual life with the same care as your emotional one.
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Moving from disconnection back toward each other
Couples do not grow apart overnight. It happens in the slow accumulation of unspoken needs, misread moments, and withheld truths. Robyn shares the first step she takes with every couple she meets.
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