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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Read moreTips to deal with grief and loss
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Read moreHow to Support Someone Who Has an Eating Disorder
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Read moreTips to getting through a panic attack. Tips from a licensed mental health therapist in Long Beach.
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Read moreWhere does social anxiety come from? Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
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Read moreWhat does it actually feel like to take mental health medication?
What does it actually feel like to take mental health medication? A big reason that people who are prescribed medication for a mental health issue end up not taking the medication is because of a mental road block set up by society. Although...
Read more7 Tips for living with ADD and ADHD. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
7 Tips for living with ADD and ADHD. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach. When I am writing about ADD and ADHD, I usually assume that the person who has ADD/ADHD isn’t going to have the attention to finish reading the information...
Read moreHow to Unwind When Working From Home? Written By A Therapist In Long Beach.
How to Unwind When Working From Home? Written By A Therapist In Long Beach. While working from home is a dream job for many, it can be quite hectic. The laptop at your bedroom side table entices you during sleep hours, and you may not get to...
Read moreWhat to do after you have been caught cheating. 5 tips to repair your relationship – Written by a couple’s therapist in Long Beach.
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