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 moreMy child told me they are gay. My Child told me they are lesbian. How can I support them?
Most parents have dreams of what their children will be like when they grow up. From wondering where they will go to college to visualizing their wedding; parents want the absolute best for their children. However, as most people know, life can...
Read moreHow to get through the holidays?
Holidays are supposed to be a time of celebration and relaxation, right? This is not a true statement for a large portion of the population. There is housework to be done, dealing with in-laws (or your own family) who you would prefer not to...
Read moreDealing with the break-up of a relationship
In a perfect world, we would find the perfect relationship at the first time of asking, but the harsh reality is that most of us will experience a break-up or two on the road to finding our partner for life. Break-ups are almost impossible to...
Read moreMy spouse isn’t supportive of my transgender child, how can I help?
My spouse isn’t supportive of my transgender child, how can I help? Parenting is a team effort, but that doesn’t mean you’re going to agree on everything. From whether or not to get a dog, to the right way to fold a towel, small...
Read moreHow to get motivated to get out of bed to do something other than going to my job when I am depressed / no energy
One of the major symptoms of depression is the inability to find the energy or motivation to do the things that usually bring you some form of joy. The simple act of getting out of bed to start the day can feel like a major chore when you are in...
Read moreShould I take back my cheating spouse? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach.
When you enter into a monogamous marriage or long-term relationship, one of the unwritten rules is that you will both be faithful to one another. There are, of course, open relationships where both people have agreed that seeing other people is...
Read moreHow to handle my husband’s midlife crisis? Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
There is not one of us who has the benefit of being immortal. We all know that we have a limited amount of time to live our lives, but some of us are better equipped to deal with that reality than others. There are a lot of men, usually in their...
Read moreCodependency in Lesbian Relationships: What’s The Deal? Info From A Gay Friendly Therapist In Long Beach
Codependency in Lesbian Relationships: What’s The Deal? Info From A Gay Friendly Therapist In Long Beach There’s a long-running joke in the LGBT community that lesbians show up for the second date with a U-Haul. It’s a funny one-liner that still...
Read moreHow to talk to parents about a decision you made that you know they disapprove of?
Every parent is well aware that the time will come when their kids will reach adulthood and move out of the family home. The hope of a large majority of those parents is that they will have instilled the values that their kid(s) needs to become a...
Read moreHow to talk to your parents about not wanting to follow the same religious path as they do .
No two people are exactly alike, which is why we are never going to see eye to eye on every detail in life. There are some subjects, though, that are a little touchier than others, with politics and religion sitting at the top of that list. It is...
Read moreHow can I support my child who I think is transgender but hasn’t come out to me yet? Written by a LGBTQI therapist in Long Beach.
Supporting your child is one of the most important parts of being a parent. Whether it’s their goals, their daily drama, or the very essence of who they are, children and teens flourish when they know their parents have their back. This holds...
Read moreTips for teens who want to talk to their parents about a new relationship.
How to talk to your parents about your new relationship when you are a teen: This blog post is geared towards teens who have supportive (non-abusive) parents. If you believe that your parents are abusive, it would be a very good idea to talk to...
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