Mel Schwartz, LCSW

The Pathology of Greed

Greed is a pathological dysfunction and should be treated as such. Read on to find out more.

Foaming the Runway

Mel Schwartz explains how to enter into a difficult discussion with minimal conflict or upset.

Stop Measuring and Start Living

Our compulsion to measure and rank keeps us from being present for ourselves and others. Here’s why, and what we can do about it.

Nurture Yourself

Your primary relationship in life is not with your spouse, your children, or with your parents or closest friend. Will you take the time to value it?

What In the Hell Do We Mean By “Codependence?”

Are you sure you know what’s meant by the term “codependence?” Let’s examine the word and the behavior.

Why Limit Yourself to a Therapist “Near Me?”

Searching for a therapist “near me” limits your options. Discover the many advantages of remote individual, marriage, and couples therapy.

Igniting Your Change Process

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You might not get to live life over, but you can change your life from this moment forward if you like… but how? Learn the techniques to break free from your personal status quo.

Emotional Nonviolence

We’ve all heard about the nonviolence movement eschewing physical violence. In this article, I make the case for emotional nonviolence, and show how it can be achieved.

The Perils of Progress

There’s no question human beings have progressed across the centuries… but are we advancing in the ways that truly enrich and enhance our humanity?

Getting Beyond “How Does That Make You Feel?”

“How does that make you feel?” is almost a therapy cliche. Mel Schwartz explains why moving beyond feelings leads to truly effective therapy.