Coming Out Later In Life Represents Complex Personal Struggle
Coming Out Later In Life Represents Complex Personal Struggle Coming out is difficult regardless of life stage. But for those LGBT people who choose to come out later in life, new challenges abound. Some men and women are fully inserted into lives that include children and spouses. Others face possible difficulties within their personal relationships, […]
The importance of alone time away from your spouse and kids
The importance of alone time away from your spouse and kids Take time for you. The importance of alone time away from your spouse and kids. For some people, family is everything, which is why they spend the vast majority of their time with their spouse and children. After a while, though, some of these […]
My spouse is too busy for me. Tips from a marriage counselor in Long Beach
My spouse is too busy for me. Tips from a marriage counselor in Long Beach My spouse is too busy for me / I can’t seem to get my partners attention, what can I do? The world that we live in today is incredibly fast-paced and demanding, to the point where it seems like free […]
Is my low self-esteem to blame for my relationship problems?
Is my low self-esteem to blame for my relationship problems? When a relationship ends, it normally does so because of a number of different issues. For some, it is money problems that are at the root of the problem, while communication issues, infidelity and sexual problems also rank high on the list. While those are […]
Dealing With Negative Feedback at Work
Dealing With Negative Feedback at Work We all want to do our very best at work, as that generally means that our job is secure, and that the possibility of advancement and extra pay increases. Given that the average person spends at least a third of their day at work, there are going to be […]
Should we stay married for the sake of the kids? Couples therapist in Long Beach answers FAQ
Should we stay married for the sake of the kids? Couples therapist in Long Beach answers FAQ Below is my answer to the frequently asked questions: Should we stay married for the sake of the kids. If you are looking for an individual therapist or couples therapist in Long Beach, Lakewood or the surrounding areas, please […]
What is Seasonal Depression?
What is Seasonal Depression? Seasonal Depression…what is it and how to get help for seasonal depression: There is always some form of disappointment when the pleasant weather of the spring and summer gives way to the dreary, cold temperatures of fall and winter. The problem is that some people are more seriously affected than others, […]
Common issues kids have while their parents are divorcing
Common issues kids have while their parents are divorcing One of the things that we develop in our adult years are coping mechanisms that help us deal with the stress and strain of everyday grown-up life. No matter how good we are at dealing with tough times, it is a skill that can be the […]
Should I come out at Thanksgiving? Tips from a gay therapist in Long Beach
Should I come out at Thanksgiving? Tips from a gay therapist in Long Beach Coming Out During The Holidays Is Effective, But Requires Care Coming out is a big and necessary step for every member of the LGBT community. Who do you tell first? How do you tell them? When is the right time to […]
How to handle an impending divorce? Tips from a marriage counselor in Long Beach
How to handle an impending divorce? Tips from a marriage counselor in Long Beach If you were someone who liked to gamble, you would probably jump at the opportunity to lay money on a 50/50 bet (you don’t even get these odds in Las Vegas). Those odds don’t seem so good when they are used […]