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 more6 tips to finding a new therapist who has openings. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
6 tips to finding a new therapist who has openings. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach. Finding the right therapist who is actually accepting new clients can be one of the most difficult steps in your mental health journey. Here are 6...
Read moreIs stress ruining your relationship? 5 tips to manage stress so it doesn’t end your relationship. Written by a licensed couples therapist in Long Beach.
Is stress ruining your relationship? 5 tips to manage stress so it doesn’t end your relationship. Written by a licensed couples therapist in Long Beach. How to manage stress so it doesn’t ruin your relationship: What is stress? Stress...
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 to get through the holidays with family
5 tips to get through the holidays: Even though the holidays are supposed to be a relaxing time where you get to connect with family, it is often stressful and anxiety provoking. Here are some things to consider that may help you through this...
Read moreHow to stop anxiety. Written by a therapist in Long Beach who specializes in anxiety treatment.
How to stop anxiety If you feel trapped in your anxiety, feel like your about to have a heart attack and/or feel like you are “going crazy”, you may have anxiety. “Crazy” isn’t a therapeutic word and it isn’t anywhere in the diagnostic manual...
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 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...
Read moreFinding a local therapist vs online zoom therapy PROS & CONS. Written by a licensed therapist in Long Beach.
Finding a local therapist vs online zoom therapy PROS & CONS. CLICK HERE to watch the video where I explain the pros and cons of a frequently asked question: “Should I find a therapist near me or an online zoom therapist?”...
Read morePros and cons of online therapy verses in office therapy (in person therapy). Written by a licensed mental health therapist in Long Beach.
Pros and cons of online therapy verses in office therapy (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 longer or be less...
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