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...
Read more5 Tips: “How To Save My Relationship”
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 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 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 moreShould I get married? Tips from a licensed marriage therapist.
Should I get married? Getting married is a serious question that requires a lot of thought and insight. Depending on who you talk to, you can get varying advice on getting married. If you are considering getting married, watch the video below...
Read moreHow to fix my relationship after I cheated? Tips from a licensed couples counselor in Long Beach.
How to fix my relationship after I cheated? Watch this video to learn how to start fixing your relationship after you cheated: https://youtu.be/aoKaePAYbuA Infidelity is one of the biggest reasons people come to therapy. Getting your...
Read moreHow to help my partner and family get along better
How to help my partner and family get along better. “My family doesn’t like my partner and I don’t know what to do” is something that many clients have come into therapy to work on with me in therapy. Although there are no cookie cutter...
Read moreHow to make friends
How to make friends Whether you have just moved to a new place, you are an introvert who wants more friends, you feel socially awkward so you don’t have friends, or for whatever other reason you might be looking to meet new friends, here are some...
Read moreRelationship Tip: Who should I call for advice when I am arguing with my spouse?
Relationship Tip: Who should I call for advice when I am arguing with my partner? Many people will have a falling out with their partner and will be surprised at the “person they have become”. Oftentimes, this is who your...
Read more6 tips to deal with my ADHD spouse. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
6 tips to deal with my ADHD spouse. When your ADHD spouse continually says they will do something (like chores) and then they don’t do it, the frustration experienced by spouses of ADHD people can be build up to an unmanageable...
Read moreCommunication help: How to communicate without arguing with my partner?
Communication help: How to communicate without arguing with my partner? A lot of couples don’t realize that they can communicate without arguing, even over passionate and important topics. Arguing usually involves a harsh tone...
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