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 moreWhat is EMDR therapy? Written by an EMDR Therapist in Long Beach
What is EMDR Therapy? Written by a therapist in Long Beach who is trained & certified in EMDR therapy. Although EMDR Therapy was first used to treat complex PTSD and trauma, EMDR isn’t just for PTSD. EMDR can be very effective with...
Read moreCan someone really remember details of a sexual assault that took place 30 years ago?
Can someone really remember details of a sexual assault that took place 30 years ago? The answer is yes. If I asked you what you were doing May 20, 2005 at 4pm (eastern time), you probably don’t remember. If I asked you what you were doing on...
Read moreWhy was my partner able to enjoy sex at the beginning of our relationship and now they are saying they can’t because they were molested as a kid?
Why was my partner able to enjoy sex at the beginning of our relationship and now they are saying they can’t because they were molested as a kid? Often times victims of molest can enjoy sex when it is just sex. As they get more connected to their...
Read moreWhy Some People “Seem Fine” And “Act Normally” After a Traumatic Event
Why Some People “Seem Fine” And “Act Normally” After a Traumatic Event Not everyone will go through a major traumatic event in their life, but for those that do, there is no way to predict how they will react after the...
Read moreWhy Do Victims Of Sexual Assault Blame Themselves?
Why Do Victims Of Sexual Assault Blame Themselves? If you think about it, BLAME it is a very powerful thing. Sexual assault is all about the perpetrator having power and control over their victim. It has NOTHING to do with love or sex. It is...
Read moreHealing and Seeking Help After A Hate Crime for the LGBTQI Community. Information From An LGBTQI Therapist In Long Beach
Healing and Seeking Help After A Hate Crime for the LGBTQI Community. Information From An LGBTQI Therapist In Long Beach Shortly after the Pulse nightclub shooting in Orlando, government officials struggled over what to call the tragedy. Was it a...
Read moreInformation for Las Vegas shooting survivors from California Victims Compensation
Information for Las Vegas shooting survivors from California Victims Compensation If you know someone who was a victim of the Las Vegas shooting, please give them this info: PART ONE: Survivors of the Las Vegas Tragedy can receive...
Read moreHow to help a friend who was a victim in the Las Vegas shooting? This applies to helping any person experiencing trauma.
How to help a friend who was a victim in the Las Vegas shooting? This applies to helping any person experiencing trauma. The first thing is to help the person feel as safe as they possibly can. Even in their own home, it can be very scary because...
Read moreLas Vegas Shooting Tragedy – Information on PTSD and how to get help for PTSD after the Las Vegas Shooting
Las Vegas Shooting Tragedy – Information on PTSD and how to get help for PTSD after the Las Vegas Shooting (This is one of 4 blog posts about this topic, please see all 4 posts for this topic to get all the information you can. I will add...
Read moreWhy do people have PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)?
Why do people have PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)? People have PTSD because their body is trying to protect them from danger. It is meant to help us during a crisis or an event where we are in danger. For example, if I get someone who...
Read moreTherapist in Long Beach gives information about trauma for the survivor and their family
Therapist in Long Beach gives information about trauma for the survivor and their family Click on video below
Read moreAm I Using Alcohol To Cope? Tips From a Therapist in Long Beach.
Am I Using Alcohol To Cope? Tips From a Therapist in Long Beach. For as long as alcoholic beverages have been available, people have used them as a way to relax and decompress after a long, hard day. There is nothing like a beer or a glass of...
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