What Makes a Healthy Relationship?
Relationships, and romantic relationships, in particular, are one of the most important parts of life. We rely on our intimate relationships for resilience and solace in bad times
Raising an Emotionally Honest Man
As any parent can tell you, raising a child is a complicated process. It takes hard work, research, and a whole lot of love to raise a mature, emotionally stable, and well-rounded
Smartphones Before Bed
Are Your Smartphone Habits Hurting You? As a South Bay therapist, I place a lot of importance on the mental well-being of my clients. My mission is to help each of my clients achie
Setting Your Child Up For Success
Is Therapy Right For Your Teen? As a teen and adolescent therapist, I know that therapy can be incredibly beneficial for teenagers struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression. I
The Benefits of Restorative Yoga
There are many ways in which you can improve your physical and emotional state of well-being, and of course, therapy is one of those. Some other ways include exercise, intro
Part II: The Negative Impacts of Shame and How to Overcome Them
This blog is a follow-up to Part 1: The Power of Vulnerability. If you have not yet read part one, I’d urge you to do so before continuing on. Inadequate. Inferior. Useless. Regr
Part I: The Power of Vulnerability
In a 2010 Ted Talk, Brene Brown talked about the power of vulnerability and how it relates to a sense of connection. She stated that connection is what gives purpose and meaning to
The Effects of Warm Weather On Your Mood and Health
It’s heating up in the South Bay, which means weekends will soon be filled with outdoor activities, from trips to Hermosa Beach to exploring new hiking trails. Just as exercise r
How You Can Benefit From Family Therapy
Family matters have a tendency to be private in nature, which is why it might be surprising to hear that strained relationships between family members are actually quite prevalent.
Mindful Spring Cleaning
Practicing mindfulness is an activity from which you can reap many benefits. Mindfulness involves being aware of your thoughts, feelings and surroundings, being fully present, and