Couples/Marital Therapy

To learn more about Dr. Schnarch, differentiation and couples therapy, I recommend these sites: Passionate Marriage.com; DesireBook.com; and, the related community site for individuals and couples, Crucible4points.com

I recommend the work of Esther Perel. Her book, “Mating In Captivity”, addresses very common developments in sexual relationships. She is effective, with empathy and insight, with people seeking domestic and erotic fulfillment in committed relationships.

Family Systems Theory

The concept of differentiation, a core piece of Dr. Schnarch’s work, was originally developed by the late Murray Bowen, M.D. The Bowen Center site is a good beginning to explore the original theory.

Clinical Social Work

I recommend visiting the Washington State Society for Clinical Social Work website to learn more about Clinical Social Work in Washington. As a profession, I strongly recommend you visit the Clinical Social Work Association.

State of Washington – Licensure for Clinical Social Work

To learn about the Dept. of Health’s regulation of Clinical Social Work, search a provider’s current license status, file a complaint, etc., visit the Washington State Department of Health Social Work program website.