Karen Gieseke, PhD & Associates Comprehensive Psychological Services, Inc

11/21/2025

Find out how to deal effectively with conflict in by Terry Gaspard

By Terry Gaspard MSW, LICSW Many of the couples I counsel find that they fall into cyclical and unhealthy patterns when conflict arises. Fights occur and reoccur that concern the same issues, and often play out in the same ways, with this unfortunate dynamic causing one or both partners to make regr...

09/29/2025

What is the difference between a planned separation and ? by Terry Gaspard LICSW

By Terry Gaspard, MSW, LICSW Dear Terry, I’m a fan of your blogs and have come to the conclusion that my husband of fifteen years and I are at a stalemate. Honestly, he’s a great guy but we just have tough chemistry. Our pattern is quite destructive and hard to break. We go through a […]

09/20/2025

Karen Gieseke PhD and associates represented by Karen Gieseke, Maria Schmidt and Jaclyn Gray today at the McNeill institute ribbon cutting and celebration. We chatted with numerous people at the event today, getting to know those who share our passion for helping others! We shared our materials and swag with potential patients as well! A beautiful day to be out and about.

08/08/2025

Learn how to stop "The blame game" in by Terry Gaspard

By Terry Gaspard MSW, LICSW You will disagree with your partner, that’s a given. But it’s not arguing with your partner that’s the problem, it’s how your differences are managed. Spending more time listening than talking in conversations with him or her is a good first step. Oftentimes, duri...

07/01/2025

A warm welcome to body-mind practitioner Tracy Ramos who is joining our practice! Call to make an appointment today! 401-842-0009

06/27/2025

https://movingpastdivorce.com/2025/06/how-to-beat-the-odds-and-succeed-at-remarriage/

By Terry Gaspard, MSW, LICSW While a second (or third) marriage can be exhilarating and seen as a second chance at happiness, it’s important to prepare for the challenges if you want to be successful. Blending children and/or family members coming from two different worlds can lead to conflict. An...

04/18/2025

Terry Gaspard, LICSW shows you how to overcome fear of abandonment!

By Terry Gaspard, LICSW Suzanne, 35, sat on the couch in my office and described her fear of being left by her partner, Devon, age 38. Although they’ve been together for five years (and lived together four years) she continues to feel insecure in their relationship. Whenever he leaves for a busine...

03/24/2025

Find out how to save your by Terry Gaspard

What can you do to rescue your marriage when it’s on the brink of divorce? While this is a complex question that doesn’t lend itself to a quick answer, there are aspects of successful and lasting relationships that can help you get back on track.

02/14/2025

How to recognize and deal with a partner by Terry Gaspard https://movingpastdivorce.com/2025/02/5-ways-to-recognize-and-cope-with-a-narcissistic-partner/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIcHU5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHbe-pxkSUdQW6ZdDRDmxQnHNEmsZ0va-VMcXujPygYsrvjiguJB8EC0xNw_aem_xodGmdKaI6dYT0ddvRFtWA

By Terry Gaspard, LICSW Ashley, thirty-seven, sat on the coach at my office and described the challenges in her relationship with her husband Kevin, age thirty-nine. They’ve been married for ten years and have two daughters, ages four and six. Ashley puts it like this, “Kevin isn’t just selfis...

01/25/2025

https://movingpastdivorce.com/2025/01/5-ways-to-deal-break-out-of-a-gridlock-in-relationships/

By Terry Gaspard, LICSW What can you do to improve your marriage or relationship when you struggle to manage arguments and feel you’re stuck in a negative pattern of relating? While this is a common problem, the solutions are far from ordinary. During a recent couples counseling session, Alicia, 4...

12/08/2024

We have some openings for therapy patients! Mainly daytime hours and Saturdays, but give us a call and we will try to accommodate you! Maria Schmidt, LMHC is a great addition to our team and she is able to work with children and adults! Give us a call. 401-842-0009

11/25/2024

How do You Manage Arguments with Your Partner? By Terry Gaspard LICSW

Jenny, 42, and Sam, 43, sit on the couch in my office and discuss their disputes about their two young children, chores, and finances. Sam says, “it seems