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 more6 things to do before “breaking up with my partner”. Written by a licensed couples therapist in Long Beach.
6 Things To Do Before Breaking Up: Have you ever witnessed someone who speaks one language and they are trying to communicate with someone who doesn’t speak the same language? Oftentimes the person will start yelling or talking louder with the...
Read moreHow to stand up for myself? Info from a local therapist in Long Beach.
How to stand up for myself? Many people don’t know how to set boundaries for themselves without seeming harsh. Here is some info on boundary setting from a local therapist in Long beach who is licensed. CLICK HERE to watch. If you live in...
Read moreWhy does my partner listen to other people but not me? A local therapist explains.
Why does my partner listen to other people but not me? I am a local therapist in Long Beach and I often times get asked by clients this question. CLICK HERE to watch the video with my explanation. If you live in California and are looking for...
Read moreCommunication tip for having a healthy relationship. Info from a local therapist in Long Beach.
Communication tip for having a healthy relationship. I am a local therapist in Long Beach and I get a lot of couples who come into couples therapy in Long Beach who need help with communication. CLICK HERE to watch a video where I explain one...
Read moreHow to help my relationship problems? Relationship tip from a local therapist in Long Beach.
How to help my relationship problems? I am a local therapist in Long Beach and get this question a lot: “How can I improve my relationship”. I give many tips on this blog, and this is another relationship tip: CLICK HERE to...
Read moreCommunication tip for a better relationship from a local therapist in Long Beach.
Communication tip for a better relationship CLICK HERE to see a video where I give a communication tip for a healthier relationship. If you are struggling in your relationship or have trouble with arguing and miscommunicating, this video is for...
Read morePros and cons of going to marriage therapy. Written by a marriage therapist in Long Beach.
Pros and cons of going to marriage therapy Pros: 1. Learn more effective communication skills This is written as the first on the list because it is oftentimes the underlying issue for most other things couples come in for. Simple disagreements...
Read moreShould I leave a relationship that has made me a worse person?
Should I leave a relationship that has made me a worse person? Although this might seem like an obvious answer, it is not so easy to answer when you are actually IN the relationship. As a therapist, I often see individuals struggling in...
Read moreShould I have an open relationship or thrupple? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach.
Should I have an open relationship or thrupple? Things to keep in mind: These are the 3 pillars of a successful open relationship: Trust/honesty communication Everyone in relationship has to want it Opening up your relationship requires A...
Read moreHow to get intimacy back in my relationship and feel connected with my partner again? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach.
How to get intimacy back in my relationship and feel connected with my partner again? Why has my relationship lost intimacy and we feel disconnected? Many couples find that the face-to-face contact of their early dating days is gradually replaced...
Read moreCan marrying my high school sweetheart work? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach.
Can marrying my high school sweetheart work? Different people will give you different advice on this question based on their personal experience. As a therapist, I have been trained to look at things from a more objective viewpoint rather than...
Read moreFinding a therapist near me to help with my marriage but can’t figure out where to start. Written by a couple’s therapist in Long Beach.
I have been getting a lot of calls recently from people saying “I need help with my marriage but can’t figure out where to start”. They have tried self-help books, they have tried internet challenges and quizzes, and they still aren’t...
Read more