~Makisha Lawrence Half- truths marinated in mango juices traipse slowly down the back of an arm The eager tongue of naiveté sweeps them onto the palate where taste buds are obliged to slowly absorb contradictions of: You just a little on the chubby side And Baby here, have some more macaroni ‘n’ cheese And A [...]

–Mari A. Lee, MFT Once upon a time a beautiful little girl was born. She was precious, sweet, joyful, and full of wonder. She loved nature, laughter, windy days and cute kittens; her horse was one of her best friends in life. This lovely little girl could be found helping creatures in need – trapped [...]

–Mari A. Lee M.A., MFT As a sex and love addiction therapist who is passionate about my work in private practice, and as a counselor who celebrates my client’s courageous efforts in their own healing process, I realized it was finally time for me to come clean. For many years I led a double life [...]