Someone brought this website to my attention, where I was named one of the "Best Marriage Counselors" in Long Beach 4 years in a row. I could not have the thriving private practice that I have if it weren't for my clients who are willing to...
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Is my wife really depressed? Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach. Often times when I have a client who doesn’t understand their spouse’s depression, I explain it to them using the analogy of money. If your wife is depressed think of it...
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Ways to stand up for yourself without feeling bad We all have the right to stand up for ourselves and the things that we believe in, yet we often walk away feeling guilty in those moments that we do stand up for ourselves. Do we feel bad because...
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What it’s Like to Have an Eating Disorder We all have to eat in order to survive, and while this is something that we are all very aware of, there are some people who view food as more than just a necessity for survival. For some, that means...
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How To Minimize Holiday Stress Cooking, cleaning, dealing with family members you’ve been avoiding all year, and an endless parade of parties you’d rather not attend (well maybe some of them, but definitely not all). And then there’s shopping...
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Living as an Introvert in an Extroverted Culture Modern culture tends to favor extroverts, viewing introverts as quiet, aloof, difficult to talk to, or even downright rude. Introverts have a hard-enough time interacting with people just due to...
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The Hidden Face of Depression When people finally admit to friends and family that they are suffering from depression, it is an announcement that often comes as a big surprise. Most people are not aware of the symptoms of depression and are...
Read moreDepression Issues Specific to The LGBTQI Community. Tips From An LGBTQI Friendly Therapist in Long Beach.
Depression Issues Specific to The LGBTQI Community. Tips From An LGBTQI Friendly Therapist in Long Beach. Depression is a mental health issue that can strike without warning. According to Healthline, almost 16 million adults and 3 million...
Read moreDealing with Depression Over the Holidays – Information from A Therapist In Long Beach
Dealing with Depression Over the Holidays – Information from A Therapist In Long Beach If you have been dealing with depression for an extended period of time, you have probably become well aware of the triggers that can send you into a...
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Read more10 Ways To Be Happier Now. Tips From A Therapist In Long Beach.
10 Ways To Be Happier Now. Tips From A Therapist In Long Beach. Happiness is so important that the U.S. Declaration of Independence lists pursuit of it as one of three absolute and inalienable rights. Happiness isn’t always easy, but there are a...
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How to Help Someone Who Is Depressed or Suicidal. A Therapist in Long Beach Answers Questions After Chris Cornell’s Suicide In this video I answer questions I have gotten since Chris Cornell and Robin Williams have chosen to end their...
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