Articles by Margherita Gaulte, MA, MS
Margherita is a Denver native and graduate of Metropolitan State College of Denver where she earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice. She earned her Master’s in Forensic Psychology from Argosy University DC and is completing her PsyD in Clinical Psychology at Pacific University in Oregon. Currently, she is completing her internship at the Florida Department of Corrections and plans to reunite with her partner back in Oregon after graduation. She has worked in correctional facilities in Virginia, Oregon, and Florida and uses Gestalt Therapy as a primary orientation. Her research interests focus on using mindfulness techniques to combat burnout, resiliency, and compassion fatigue for correctional staff. Outside of work she spends time practicing yoga, meditation, writing, and trying out new sports.
by Margherita Gaulte, MA, MS | Oct 2, 2017 | Lifehacks, Tips & Advice, Student & Intern Resources
Many couples must separate physically for a variety of reasons, including career and academic advancement, military deployment, immigration restrictions, or familial obligations. Long distance relationships are becoming increasingly common [1] and graduate students and early careers professionals have even more reasons why they might need to live apart from their partners.
Being prepared by knowing the challenges ahead can help to ensure that your relationship and career are actually strengthened by the time apart.
