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 moreEMDR explained by comparing PTSD to your immune system. Written by an EMDR Therapist in Long Beach
EMDR explained by comparing PTSD to your immune system. Written by an EMDR Therapist in Long Beach This is one of the best explanations I have heard for how EMDR works. (A fellow therapist explained this and gave me permission to post) When our...
Read moreFree therapy for victims of crime
Free therapy for victims of crime PART ONE: If you have been a victim of a violent crime it is possible for you to receive free therapy. This isn’t a complete list, but some examples of violent crimes include: domestic violence (emotional abuse...
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 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...
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