Should I have an open relationship or thrupple? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach.
Should I have an open relationship or thrupple? Things to keep in mind: These are the 3 pillars of a successful open relationship: Trust/honesty communication Everyone in relationship has to want it Opening up your relationship requires A LOT Of conversation and it is important to overly communicate. It is important that you ask […]
How to get intimacy back in my relationship and feel connected with my partner again? Written by a couples therapist in Long Beach.
How to get intimacy back in my relationship and feel connected with my partner again? Why has my relationship lost intimacy and we feel disconnected? Many couples find that the face-to-face contact of their early dating days is gradually replaced by hurried texts, emails, and instant messages. Many couples don’t even make eye contact anymore […]
Why do LGBTQ+ people seek therapy? (and tips to find a LGBTQ+ therapist near you). Written by a LGTBQ+ therapist.
Why do LGBTQ+ people seek therapy? LGBTQ+ go to therapy for very similar reasons as straight people do, although there are additional issues that the LGBTQ+ population have to content with (such as discrimination and coming out issues). This is a list of some of what LGBTQ+ people come to my office at Long Beach […]
Can you push through anxiety? Written by a licensed therapist specializing in anxiety treatment.
Can you push through anxiety? Anxiety is usually either (1) a systematic reaction to something you experienced in your life or (2) something that comes from deep within your biological system as a survival response, so it isn’t something you can just push through. Because it is a chemical reaction that happens in your brain, […]
Top reasons regular people look for a therapist to talk to. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
Top reasons regular people look for a therapist to talk to. There are many reasons why people seek therapy, and most of those people are very healthy people who want a safe place to heal and/or increase happiness. Getting therapy is a sign of strength and courage. A client once showed me a card that […]
Tips for “Finding a therapist near me for anxiety”. Written by a licensed therapist for anxiety in Long Beach.
Tips for “Finding a therapist near me for anxiety”. Anxiety can be hard enough to deal with and having a therapist who you like is key. Here are some tips on finding the right therapist for you (whether it is a therapist near you or an online therapist): Make sure you feel comfortable: At Long […]
How to find a mental health therapist for lgbtq+ people?
How to find a mental health therapist for LGBTQ+ people If you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community and are seeking mental health therapy, it’s important to find a therapist who is affirming and supportive of your identity. Here are some tips for finding a mental health therapist who is a good fit for LGBTQ+ […]
How can I help a friend who is depressed? Here are some tips from a licensed mental health therapist in Long Beach.
How can I help a friend who is depressed? Depression is a very tough thing for someone to deal with. As much as a depressed person may not respond back to you or may isolate, it is important that you check in with them and let them know that you haven’t forgotten about them. You […]
Tips for “Finding a therapist near me for anxiety”. Written by a licensed therapist for anxiety in Long Beach.
Tips for “Finding a therapist near me for anxiety”. Anxiety can be hard enough to deal with and having a therapist who you like is key. Here are some tips on finding the right therapist for you (whether it is a therapist near you or an online therapist): Make sure you feel comfortable: At Long […]
Is finding a therapist near me better or is online therapy better so that I can find a specialist easier? A licensed therapists explains some of the pros and cons to online vs in-person therapy.
Is finding a therapist near me better or is online therapy better so that I can find a specialist easier? Pros and cons of online therapy vs in-person therapy Prior to COVID, I would have never thought to do online therapy. I assumed it would be impersonal and that disconnect would cause therapy to take […]