Dr. Tim Lewis
Bio
Dr. Lewis is a San Francisco-based clinical psychologist and writer. His work focuses on themes of loss, trauma, identity and wellbeing.
I plan to use this space to share excerpts and meditations related to my forthcoming book, Daddy.
Stories (2/0)
What’s Up with Commitment-phobic Men?
Imagine that you’ve been seeing a guy for several months and the chemistry is great. There have been a few red flags, but no deal breakers—not even close. The two of you have gotten into a routine—spending nights together, going on weekend trips, meeting family and friends. You’re feeling connected—and possibly even in love. You’d like to define the relationship—Is he your boyfriend? Are you exclusive? But when you test the waters to see if he’s feeling the same way, he becomes distant and anxious.
By Dr. Tim Lewis2 years ago in Humans
Home Improvement and the Traumatized Mind
Even after recovery, PTSD can continue to make itself known for years after an episode of violence occurs. Case in point, I recently moved to a house that’s a bit of a fixer-upper. Excited to finally own my own place, I bought a pressure washer to take off some of the grime that had accumulated from the surrounding forest over the years. Admittedly, it’s pretty noisy and so I limit its use to an hour once every two or three weeks. Even so, on two occasions I’ve been accosted by a neighbor who lives across the canyon. He bursts through our gate, screaming at me to stop immediately—and forever. This individual refuses to accept my apologies and will consider no compromise.
By Dr. Tim Lewis2 years ago in Humans
