We all have our own set of expectations in every aspect of life. We have a set of expectations when it comes to work. Whether it\u2019s our tasks at work, work atmosphere, or job duties, we come into work with what we think will happen. When these expectations are not met at work, we often find ourselves unhappy and wanting to find something better. We look for a place that matches well with our personalities and shares a common goal to what we want to do in line so that we are happy with the work we are doing. What happens when our expectations and reality don\u2019t correlate in our relationships? We don\u2019t want to throw away all the hard work that we\u2019ve put in. So, what can we do to help alleviate some of the tension that occurs when our expectations aren\u2019t realistic in our relationships?<\/p>\n
Earning her Master\u2019s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from East Carolina University, Ms. Melissa Staley is a Managing Partner for Foundations Family Therapy in \u2013 Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. Melissa has extensive experience working with a wide range of mental health settings and specialties. She has worked in a non-profit specializing in Multi-Systemic Therapy, worked with adolescents with behavioral difficulties and their families, taught anger and frustrations management, communication, positive thinking, and social interaction, worked in a detox and mental health crisis stabilization center and she has conducted clinical assessments and facilitated therapy groups. Melissa currently works with individuals, couples, families and children ages 4 and up. She has completed the Level 2 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and certified as a PREPARE\/ENRICH facilitator.<\/p>\n