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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What Type Of Therapy Do You Use At Long Beach Therapy? Since this is the question I am perhaps asked most often, I thought it would be a good idea to answer it, as well as a few others that are frequently asked. Although I use a number of...
Read moreWhat Are Good Interview Questions To Ask A New Therapist?
What Are Good Interview Questions To Ask A New Therapist? In a recent blog post, I took some time to talk about how to find a therapist who makes you feel totally comfortable in every session. I explained that being comfortable is a key component...
Read moreAm I with the right partner? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach.
Am I with the right partner? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach. Everyone in every walk of life has a mental image of what their ideal partner should be like and look like. We all have a strong image about that person that we have...
Read more5 Tips To Save Your Relationship. Written By A Relationship Counselor In Long Beach.
5 Tips To Save Your Relationship. Written By A Relationship Counselor In Long Beach. For many, the signs that a relationship is over include a loss of communication, trust, passion, or a combination of all three. This does not have to be the...
Read moreWhat Is the Difference Between A Therapist And A Life Coach?
What Is the Difference Between A Therapist And A Life Coach? There is some confusion out there as to whether a life coach or a therapist is the best choice for people having issues in their life. The best choice comes from knowing exactly what...
Read moreAre There Drug or Alcohol Treatment Programs For Non-Religious People?
Are There Drug or Alcohol Treatment Programs For Non-Religious People? I get this question a lot: Is it possible for me to get support for alcohol or drug abuse if I am not religious and don’t want to go to AA or NA? There is a recovery program...
Read moreWhat Is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
What Is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a condition suffered by an adult or child who experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. The person lives with the belief that they could have come to real...
Read moreThe absence of communication is a death wish on marriages. A licensed therapist’s explanation.
The absence of communication is a death wish on marriages. A licensed therapist’s explanation. Although many believe the biggest downfall of a marriage is due to infidelity, there are a number of smaller, less obvious reasons a marriage...
Read moreIs it too late in my relationship for couple’s therapy to help? Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
Is it too late in my relationship for couple’s therapy to help? Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach. It is common for a couple’s therapist to see couples who believe that their relationship is past the point of no return. Being...
Read moreRecognizing And Seeing The Signs Of Emotional Cheating
Recognizing And Seeing The Signs Of Emotional Cheating Most people believe that if someone cheating in a relationship it’s a physical attraction that will probably end up being short lived. Most people think there is no real emotion...
Read moreHow to rekindle the passion in my relationship? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach, California.
How to rekindle the passion in my relationship? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach, California. When couples first fall in love, the fires of passion are super-hot but over time the flames of passion seem to die away because there are...
Read moreHow to Find a Gay Friendly Therapist
How to Find a Gay Friendly Therapist Widespread discrimination has led many people in the gay community to avoid getting therapy. Many of those who do seek therapy find it helpful to see a therapist who is also a part of the community. When...
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