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 support your transgender family member during the holidays
How to support your transgender family member during the holidays? As a therapist, I understand that the holidays can be a difficult time for transgender individuals and their loved ones. If you have a transgender family member, you may be...
Read moreTips for getting through the holidays with family. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
Tips for getting through the holidays with family. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach. The holidays can be a time of joy and celebration, but for many people, they can also be a source of stress and conflict. If you’re dreading...
Read moreWhy did tWitch commit suicide and what can I do if I am thinking of hurting myself? Written by a licensed therapist.
Why did tWitch commit suicide and what can I do if I am thinking of hurting myself? Written by a licensed therapist. Stephen “tWitch” Boss’ suicide this week has left a lot of people with heavy hearts. Questions like “how could TWitch commit...
Read moreShould I take a trauma test?
Should I take a trauma test? If you initiated an internet search and came to this page, my guess is that something happened in your life that you are concerned is affecting you in a negative way. Trauma testing is valuable whether or not you are...
Read moreCan marrying my high school sweetheart work? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach.
Can marrying my high school sweetheart work? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach. Can marrying my high school sweetheart work? Different people will give you different advice on this question based on their personal experience. As a...
Read moreWhat is a trauma test and how do I get a trauma test?
What is a trauma test and how do I get a trauma test? Most people looking for a trauma test are wondering if an experience(s) they have had in their life qualifies as trauma or PTSD. At Long Beach Therapy, we are trained in several different...
Read moreFinding a therapist near me to help with my marriage but can’t figure out where to start. Written by a couple’s therapist in Long Beach.
Finding a therapist near me to help with my marriage but can’t figure out where to start. Written by a couple’s therapist in Long Beach. I have been getting a lot of calls recently from people saying “I need help with my marriage but...
Read moreHow to get help with my anxiety? Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
How to get help with my anxiety? Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach. How to get help with my anxiety? People with anxiety have symptoms ranging from not being able to focus, not feeling comfortable in social situations (where they used...
Read moreHow do I get help communicating in my relationship? Written by a couple’s therapist in Long Beach.
How do I get help communicating in my relationship? Written by a couple’s therapist in Long Beach. Improving communication in your relationship A majority of people who are looking for couples therapy in Long Beach are looking for help with...
Read moreAre mental health therapists supposed to talk about their own life?
Are therapists supposed to talk about their own life? I have had many clients over the years come in for their first session with me talking about how their previous therapists talked about themselves a lot. It could be appropriate or...
Read moreWhy is it so hard to find a mental health therapist near me? Why are all therapist booked?
Why is it so hard to find a therapist near me? Why are all therapist booked? I gotten so many calls over the past 2 years with people saying “I have literally called 20 therapists near me and none of them call me back”. It is important to...
Read moreCan getting a massage be a trigger for PTSD? Written by a licensed therapist trained in PTSD treatment.
Can getting a massage be a trigger for PTSD? Written by a licensed therapist trained in PTSD treatment. Can getting a massage be a trigger for PTSD? There are many different ways you can get triggered for PTSD. When you have experiences in life...
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