How to deal with problematic in-laws? Tips from a couples therapist in Long Beach. In-laws. This is a very tricky topic because you have to consider your partners needs and feelings. First you should know that it is always okay to stand up for yourself in a kind, non-blaming, non-angry way (this includes your words,
Is it a good Idea to introduce a new partner to the family at Thanksgiving dinner? Let’s imagine for a moment that you are dating someone new, and you have gotten serious enough in your relationship where you think it might be a good idea if they met your family. If you have been in
Why do couples argue all the time? A couples therapist in Long Beach answers FAQ I get so many great questions from people and I like to share the answers on my blog because I know other people have the same questions and don’t always want to ask. So, here is a question I
Therapist in Long Beach on: What is self care and why is it important?
Blending Families: How To Make Step-Families Work. Tips From a Family Therapist in Long Beach. Raising children is never simple, but it becomes even more complex when two families, both with children, come together to form a new family. Navigating a relationship with stepchildren can feel like walking blindfolded through a minefield, but it is
Ways to Support a Depressed Spouse. Tips From a Couples Therapist From Long Beach. If someone you love is struggling with depression, you may be experiencing a wide range of feelings yourself. If you’ve never been through it yourself, you might feel confused and frustrated. If you have, you might feel helpless. If it’s your
Finding Time for Intimacy. Tips From a Couples Therapist in Long Beach. Work, household chores, child care, helping with homework, running kids to activities or friends’ homes, coordinating playdates, volunteering for the PTA, the to do list never ends. In the middle of it all, it seems intimacy gets pushed into the background, and maybe
Getting A Divorce… Because The Trash Didn’t Get Taken Out? Tips From a Relationship Counselor in Long Beach. People will literally come in to therapy because they are thinking about getting a divorce because they are sick of their spouse not taking out the trash. As simplistic or silly as this seems, things add up
Couples Therapist In Long Beach Answers FAQ: Should I Stay In My Marriage For The Sake Of My Children I am a therapist in Long Beach who works with couples, individuals as well as children. One question I get A LOT from couples with children is: Should I stay together with my spouse for the sake
How to help my kids through a divorce? Tips from a child therapist in Long Beach. The average adult has a difficult time coping with the stress brought on by a divorce, so just imagine how children must feel when their lives are forever changed by the split. The reaction from children is usually dependent
