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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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...
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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...
Read moreDealing 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...
Read moreShould 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...
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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...
Read moreCommon 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...
Read moreHow 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...
Read moreHow to feel better about my relationship…A guide to self-discovery
How to feel better about my relationship…A guide to self-discovery For the most part, I use “CBT” (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) with my clients. Although there are some issues that CBT doesn’t work for and I use other types of therapy, it is the...
Read moreHow do I get some control over my depression and anxiety?
How do I get some control over my depression and anxiety? Fighting depression and anxiety isn’t about willpower, it’s about creating positives in your life. When trying to lose weight they say that building muscle is more important than trying to...
Read moreSelf-Esteem Problems? A Path To Self-Discovery…
Self-Esteem Problems? A Path To Self-Discovery… Whatever you believe religiously (or if you don’t believe anything at all), most people can agree that we are all unique as individuals in our own way and have a purpose in life. All of us are...
Read moreHow To Make My Relationship Great: Info From A Relationship Counselor in Long Beach
How To Make My Relationship Great: Info From A Relationship Counselor in Long Beach I have been a relationship counselor, couples counselor, couples therapist..whatever you want to call it…for 15 years. In that time I have picked up some...
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How to choose your college major In addition to being a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I do also have a credential in school counseling. It is with this in mind that I am writing this blog. There is a belief that adulthood starts the...
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