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 Decide When to Argue and When to Let Go. Written by a licensed couples therapist in Long Beach.
How to Decide When to Argue and When to Let Go. Written by a licensed couples therapist in Long Beach. When you’re in a relationship, little annoyances can lead to big arguments. While some things are definitely worth bringing up and trying to...
Read moreWhy do I have to ask my partners permission all the time
Why do I have to ask my partners permission all the time Before you continue reading, it is very important for you to know that if you are afraid to talk to your partner because they yell at you, humiliate you, purposely embarrass you, make you...
Read moreDo I have a phone addiction?
Do I have a phone addiction? I can’t answer in a blog post if you have an addiction or not, but if you feel like you have to look at your phone every time it pings or rings, please consider some of the below: Be Smart About Setting Cell...
Read moreWays to stand up for yourself without feeling bad
Ways to stand up for yourself without feeling bad We all have the right to stand up for ourselves and the things that we believe in, yet we often walk away feeling guilty in those moments that we do stand up for ourselves. Do we feel bad because...
Read moreHow to avoid bringing work stress in to your marriage
How to avoid bringing work stress in to your marriage If working was such a pleasant experience, there wouldn’t be quite so many jokes about just how awful Monday mornings are. If you had a job you loved that had no stress, you probably wouldn’t...
Read moreHow can I get my spouse to help me around the house?
How can I get my spouse to help me around the house? This is a very common complaint of married people. I actually was talking to another parent at my child’s school and had this actual conversation. She said that she gets mad because her husband...
Read moreWhat it’s Like to Have an Eating Disorder
What it’s Like to Have an Eating Disorder We all have to eat in order to survive, and while this is something that we are all very aware of, there are some people who view food as more than just a necessity for survival. For some, that means...
Read moreI’m so annoyed with my partner!! What can I do?
I’m so annoyed with my partner!! What can I do? As much as you might absolutely adore your partner… There are just some things that really make your blood boil. It might be the food container put back empty (Who does that?), how they...
Read moreHow to learn how to be a better person by watching a man….LOL
How to learn how to be a better person by watching a man….LOL The lol part was so women will actually read this blog post. First let me say that I believe that society influences men and women in different ways. Because many people frown at boys...
Read moreHow To Minimize Holiday Stress
How To Minimize Holiday Stress Cooking, cleaning, dealing with family members you’ve been avoiding all year, and an endless parade of parties you’d rather not attend (well maybe some of them, but definitely not all). And then there’s shopping...
Read moreLiving as an Introvert in an Extroverted Culture
Living as an Introvert in an Extroverted Culture Modern culture tends to favor extroverts, viewing introverts as quiet, aloof, difficult to talk to, or even downright rude. Introverts have a hard-enough time interacting with people just due to...
Read moreHow do I deal with my in-laws during the holidays?
How do I deal with my in-laws during the holidays? Dealing with In-Laws Over the Holidays A big part of the fun and excitement of the holiday season is getting to spend some time with your family. That is, of course, assuming that everyone gets...
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