Ellen J.W. Gigliotti, LMFT
Why Sanctuary? The story behind our name
One question that I get asked often is why our name is Sanctuary Christian Counseling, and how we arrived at that. It's actually a “God...
Ellen J.W. Gigliotti, LMFT
What it’s like to start therapy at Sanctuary Christian Counseling
You’ve made the decision to seek help for whatever it is that’s making your life difficult. You’ve done the homework, and you know that...
Ellen J.W. Gigliotti, LMFT
Therapy - it doesn't look like the movies!
Exploding common myths about therapy Maybe you’ve made the hard decision to come to therapy – you’ve realized that what therapy offers –...
Ellen J.W. Gigliotti, LMFT
Do you need therapy? 8 reasons you might.
Sometimes you just need a nudge, some information, or a listening ear to find your way again. When life gets difficult, to whom do you...
Ellen J.W. Gigliotti, LMFT
Stepping down, stepping up
Every brand spanking new year seems to scream “change!” Every December and January it seems normal to begin new things, to consider...
Ellen J.W. Gigliotti, LMFT
How to survive - and thrive! - during the holidays
Is it the most wonderful time of the year? November and December are interesting months – depending on your perspective and...
Ellen J.W. Gigliotti, LMFT
Fall ... ing into better mental health
I love the ads that have parents singing "It's the most wonderful time of the year" as they prepare for their kids return to the...
Ellen J.W. Gigliotti, LMFT
A marriage therapist’s 5 best tools for a great relationship
It’s February, and nearly everyone’s thoughts turn, at least fleetingly, to love and relationships. Whether you are in a wonderful,...
Ellen J.W. Gigliotti, LMFT
December ... not just the pretty holidays
Unwrapping the lessons of 2021 to see what gifts might be in store for 2022.
Aryn Hundley
Dealing with Complex Emotions During the Holidays
As the Christmas and New Year's holidays draw near, many people struggle with feelings of emptiness that they do not expect or do not...
