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 does therapy work? Written by a mental health therapist in Long Beach.
How does therapy work? Life is often compared to a wave – it can be unpredictable and sometimes overwhelming. We may feel like we’re at the mercy of the wave, with no control over what comes our way and sometimes (like in a riptide), we...
Read moreShould 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...
Read moreHow 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...
Read moreCan 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...
Read moreTop 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...
Read moreTips 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...
Read moreHow 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...
Read moreTips 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...
Read moreIs 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...
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...
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