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 moreHow to find the right therapist for what I need?
How to find the right therapist for what I need? I get a lot of calls from people asking how to find the right therapist and also how to find a therapist who will actually call them back. Watch this video to learn how to find the right...
Read more5 tips for LGBTQIA+ people to survive the holidays. Written by a licensed therapist who identifies as LGBTQIA+.
5 tips for LGBTQIA+ people to survive the holidays: The holidays can be tough for anyone, but it creates “special” difficulties for the LGBTQIA+ community. When I first came out 25 years ago, there was the “don’t ask, don’t tell” mentality that...
Read moreHow to find a lesbian therapist near me? Here are 8 tips to find a lesbian therapist.
How to find a lesbian therapist near me? For lesbians seeking therapy, it can be a difficult process in finding a therapist who is the right fit. Someone who knows about lesbian issues, but understands that being a lesbian doesn’t fully define...
Read moreNumber One Communication Tip From A Licensed Therapist in Long Beach
Number One Communication Tip From A Licensed Therapist in Long Beach One of the most important communication tools for a relationship: I have been in the therapy field for 30 years and witness a lot of avoidable arguments that stem from a...
Read moreWhy is my partner surprised that I am “breaking up out of the blue”?
Why is my partner surprised that I am “breaking up out of the blue”? As a licensed therapist, I have the privilege of helping my clients navigate the issues within their relationships. One issue that comes up a lot is when one partner...
Read more6 things to do before “breaking up with my partner”. Written by a licensed couples therapist in Long Beach.
6 Things To Do Before Breaking Up: Have you ever witnessed someone who speaks one language and they are trying to communicate with someone who doesn’t speak the same language? Oftentimes the person will start yelling or talking louder with the...
Read moreHow to stand up for myself? Info from a local therapist in Long Beach.
How to stand up for myself? Many people don’t know how to set boundaries for themselves without seeming harsh. Here is some info on boundary setting from a local therapist in Long beach who is licensed. CLICK HERE to watch. If you live in...
Read moreWhat is mindfulness? Video by a local therapist in Long Beach.
What is mindfulness? I am a local mental health therapist in Long Beach. CLICK HERE to hear what mindfulness is and why mindfulness can help you. Research has shown that mindfulness helps anxiety, helps depression, and helps many other issues...
Read moreWhy does my partner listen to other people but not me? A local therapist explains.
Why does my partner listen to other people but not me? I am a local therapist in Long Beach and I often times get asked by clients this question. CLICK HERE to watch the video with my explanation. If you live in California and are looking for...
Read moreCommunication tip for having a healthy relationship. Info from a local therapist in Long Beach.
Communication tip for having a healthy relationship. I am a local therapist in Long Beach and I get a lot of couples who come into couples therapy in Long Beach who need help with communication. CLICK HERE to watch a video where I explain one...
Read moreHow to find a new therapist near me when therapists don’t call me back?
How to find a new therapist near me when therapists don’t call me back? I am a therapist and get this question frequently. Please CLICK HERE to watch a video of my answer to this question: How to find a new therapist near me when...
Read moreHow to help my relationship problems? Relationship tip from a local therapist in Long Beach.
How to help my relationship problems? I am a local therapist in Long Beach and get this question a lot: “How can I improve my relationship”. I give many tips on this blog, and this is another relationship tip: CLICK HERE to...
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