Rebecca Jankovich
Dr. Jankovich is a former commentator for “Relationships with Dr. Rebecca Jankovich” and has been working as a psychologist since 1974. She works with a range of problems, including relationships, depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, grief, trauma and struggles with life transitions. Rebecca practices what she preaches and - so as not to burn out - leaves the office to race her horses and to travel the world.
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It feels so good to be right…so good that you want to say “I told you so” when what you predicted, comes true. In my practice it’s the moms who are… -
When you’re divorced and your Ex dies, the rituals of grief can be awkward. If you’re the person married for a long time and the parent of the children,… -
Couples may argue over politics. One is conservative and the other liberal. Discussing differences of opinion can help you understand your partner’s… -
It’s difficult to adjust to a divorce if you’ve been married since you were in your 20’s, and your life has been centered around family and work. Focusing… -
Clients ask what they can do to care less about whether people like them. It’s normal to want people to like us.Think about how we evolved: we needed our… -
When a loved one has dementia, you go through stages of acceptance. At first, you explain away the changes in their problem solving, judgment and memory.… -
The New York Times suggests before sending your teenager to college, teach them financial basics. Together, write out a budget, and agree on how costs are… -
Emotions are complex but not always rational.
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When you are not the one who wanted the divorce, getting through losing your marriage is much harder than if you’re the one who wanted the divorce. It’s…
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In my office partners complain about their person being on the phone rather than paying attention to them. It’s not just teenagers who are glued to their…
