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 moreTips for “Finding a therapist near me for anxiety”. Written by a licensed therapist for anxiety in Long Beach.
Tips for “Finding a therapist near me for anxiety”. Anxiety can be hard enough to deal with and having a therapist who you like is key. Here are some tips on finding the right therapist for you (whether it is a therapist near you or an online...
Read moreIs finding a therapist near me better or is online therapy better so that I can find a specialist easier? A licensed therapists explains some of the pros and cons to online vs in-person therapy.
Is finding a therapist near me better or is online therapy better so that I can find a specialist easier? Pros and cons of online therapy vs in-person therapy Prior to COVID, I would have never thought to do online therapy. I assumed it would be...
Read moreHow can mental health therapy help with New Year’s resolutions?
How can mental health therapy help with New Year’s resolutions? New Year’s resolutions can be a great way to reflect on where you are in your life, where you want to be, and to set goals and make positive changes in our lives, but they can...
Read moreTips for getting through the holidays with family. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
Tips for getting through the holidays with family. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach. The holidays can be a time of joy and celebration, but for many people, they can also be a source of stress and conflict. If you’re dreading...
Read moreShould I take a trauma test?
Should I take a trauma test? If you initiated an internet search and came to this page, my guess is that something happened in your life that you are concerned is affecting you in a negative way. Trauma testing is valuable whether or not you are...
Read moreCan marrying my high school sweetheart work? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach.
Can 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...
Read moreWhat is a trauma test and how do I get a trauma test?
What is a trauma test and how do I get a trauma test? Most people looking for a trauma test are wondering if an experience(s) they have had in their life qualifies as trauma or PTSD. At Long Beach Therapy, we are trained in several different...
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.
Finding 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...
Read moreAre mental health therapists supposed to talk about their own life?
Are therapists supposed to talk about their own life? I have had many clients over the years come in for their first session with me talking about how their previous therapists talked about themselves a lot. It could be appropriate or...
Read moreWhy is it so hard to find a mental health therapist near me? Why are all therapist booked?
Why is it so hard to find a therapist near me? Why are all therapist booked? I gotten so many calls over the past 2 years with people saying “I have literally called 20 therapists near me and none of them call me back”. It is important to...
Read more6 tips for making your relationship work. Written by a therapist who specializes in couples therapy.
6 tips for making your relationship work. Written by a therapist who specializes in couples therapy. 6 tips for making your relationship work In the 25+ years I have been doing couples therapy, I have learned that people continually grow in their...
Read moreI’ve called 20 therapists, why aren’t any therapists near me calling me back? Here are some tips to find a mental health therapist (written by a licensed therapist).
I’ve called 20 therapists, why aren’t any therapists near me calling me back? Here are some tips to find a mental health therapist (written by a licensed therapist). I get this question a lot when people are calling to book a new appointment for...
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