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...
Read moreHow to find a LGBTQ therapist in my area?
I get a lot of calls from people in the LGBTQ community who were hesitant to come into therapy until they found out that I am also part of the LGBTQ community. The reason for this tends to be that there are still people out there (even...
Read moreWhat Can I Expect from Therapy For Gender Reassignment Surgery?
No two people are exactly alike, and no two people seeking therapy will have exactly the same issues, the same goals, or work toward their goals in exactly the same way. Take two people suffering from depression. The depression may arise from...
Read moreCodependency in Lesbian Relationships
Codependency in Lesbian Relationships Written by a lesbian therapist in Long Beach. When you think of co-dependence, you may have a specific picture in mind, perhaps you even think of someone you know who exhibits characteristics of codependency...
Read moreSeeking therapy for a teen who is gay or lesbian
Our culture has become more accepting of a variety of sexual and romantic relationships and gender identities. However, oppression and discrimination are still widespread, and LGBTQ people are still frequently marginalized. Navigating...
Read moreI am gay, can I request a gay therapist?
Absolutely! Many therapists are very supportive of the gay and lesbian community and can be quite effective at helping those in our community. That being said, there is a great deal of discrimination against the gay and lesbian community, and...
Read moreFinding A Gay Friendly Therapist In Long Beach. Written by a LGBTQ therapist in Long Beach.
If you are a gay, transgender, bisexual or lesbian person or you just aren’t sure. I am going to give you information in this blog post about finding a gay friendly therapist that is right for you. If you are encountering problems in your...
Read moreShould I Date Someone Who Is In The Closet? Written by a LGBTQ therapist in Long Beach.
Nearly every lesbian movie, especially those made before 2005, goes something like this: lesbian meets and becomes friends with a woman who is in a heterosexual relationship, perhaps even married, and the friendship quickly grows. The lesbian...
Read moreHow do I decide whether to come out to my family? Written by a LGBTQ therapist in Long Beach.
How do I decide whether to come out to my family? Written by a LGBTQ therapist in Long Beach. Recent years have seen increased national attention to gay and lesbian issues from California’s Prop 8 and the HOH8 campaigns to, most recently, full...
Read moreHow to live in a healthy lesbian relationship? Written by a LGBTQ therapist in Long Beach.
The stereotypes regarding lesbians are gradually fading away as the LGBTQ community is getting more and more accepted in our society. The idea that you can identify a lesbian through how she dresses; jeans and Birkenstocks and/or flannels are...
Read moreWhat Do I Do If My Child Tells Me They Are Gay? Written By A LGBTQ Therapist In Long Beach
What Do I Do If My Child Tells Me They Are Gay? Written By A LGBTQ Therapist In Long Beach The decision to “come out” is not one that is easily made, and chances are your child has thought about telling you for quite some time. The fact that they...
Read moreWhen should a parent mention to their trans child that hormones are an option? Written by a trans friendly therapist in Long Beach.
When should a parent mention to their trans child that hormones are an option? Written by a trans friendly therapist in Long Beach. Transitioning is a big step and a big commitment no matter how old you are. So when it comes to having a...
Read moreLGBTQ Suicide Is A Plague That Can Be Stopped. Written by an LGBTQ therapist in Long Beach.
LGBTQ Suicide Is A Plague That Can Be Stopped. Written by an LGBTQ therapist in Long Beach. California legislators passed a bill (Bill (AB) 2246 ) that forces all schools to put suicide prevention plans in place for students in grades 7-12. The...
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