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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Living On Purpose Living purposefully… I have noticed that a lot of my sessions with clients over the years have been about living on purpose. Many people are stuck in a relationship where they are not happy, but they are afraid to leave...
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5 Tips: “How To Save My Relationship” Many people believe that once there is a loss of trust, loss of communication, or a loss of passion, that the relationship is over. This is not necessarily true. Relationships take work; hard work at that. ...
Read moreDoes Being In Therapy Mean That I Need Medication?
Does Being In Therapy Mean That I Need Medication? No! Therapy can help a number of issues which medication cannot help (communication issues and trust within your relationship, for example). There are many issues that can be dealt with by going...
Read moreWhat If My Partner Won’t Go to Therapy With Me?
What If My Partner Won’t Go to Therapy With Me? My marriage is falling apart but my partner refuses to go to therapy, what do I do? Even if your partner is not yet ready to go to therapy, you can still attend on your own. Several things...
Read moreI can’t sleep, please help!! Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
I can’t sleep, please help!! Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach. When you can’t sleep, all of your focus is on trying to sleep which actually can make sleeping even more difficult. A lot of the “cure” for insomnia happens before you...
Read more6 things you should know about your therapist before you start mental health therapy.
Six things you should know about your therapist before you start mental health therapy. 1. What are your qualifications and experience? It is important to know the educational background, certifications, and areas of specialization for...
Read moreFinding an interactive mental health therapist. Not all therapists just nod their head and say “what do you feel about that”. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
Finding an interactive mental health therapist. Not all therapists just nod their head and say “what do you feel about that”. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach. Many people call looking saying “I want a therapist near me who...
Read moreResponsible Uncoupling – 10 tips on how to coparent and get along after a divorce.
Responsible Uncoupling – 10 tips on how to coparent and get along after a divorce. Figuring out how to co-parent after a divorce can be difficult, but with the right strategies, it’s possible to create a stable and supportive...
Read moreHow to decrease codependency in lesbian relationships? Written by a lesbian therapist for lesbian couples.
How to decrease codependency in lesbian relationships Cultivate Individual Interests: Lesbian couples tend to like doing everything together and while that is amazing and fun, it can also be a problem if each person doesn’t have their own...
Read moreChoosing Respect Over Desire: Why Being Valued Matters More Than Being Wanted
Choosing Respect Over Desire: Why Being Valued Matters More Than Being Wanted I recently read a social media post that said “”It’s not about who wants you, it’s about who values and respects you.” It really struck me because many...
Read more9 tips to deal with Empty Nest Syndrome: Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
9 Tips to deal with Empty Nest Syndrome Empty nesters often deal with Loneliness, identity crisis, relationship Changes, increased free time and worry/anxiety about their kid’s well-being and safety. Worry and Anxiety: Concern for their...
Read moreHow long does therapy take? Written by a therapist in Long Beach.
How long is therapy? This is the question I get the most from people calling in to make an appointment. Ultimately, you will know within the first 2-3 sessions if the therapist is helping you or not. Progress tends to take time, but you will...
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