About the author

Ilene S. Cohen, Ph.D

<p>&ldquo;Dr. Ilene&rdquo; S. Cohen, Ph.D., is a psychotherapist and blogger, who teaches in the Department of Counseling at Barry University. She&rsquo;s a regular contributor to <em>Psychology Today</em>, and her work has appeared in Psych Central and Tiny Buddha. Both her book and practice are fueled by her passion for helping people achieve their goals, build a strong sense of self, and lead fulfilling and meaningful lives. As a president of her family&rsquo;s foundation, she oversees myriad initiatives geared towards creating better opportunities for those in need.&nbsp;</p><p></p><p></p>