Using sex to avoid emotional closeness? Learn how therapy in Hermosa Beach can help you build real intimacy in your relationship.

Understanding Communication Styles: How to Improve Connection Through Better Communication When we talk about couples therapy, the word “communication” comes up a lot. With that in mind, I want to talk about one specific model of communication styles, Virginia Satir’s Model of Communication. This model introduces four distinct communication stress styles: Placater, Blamer, Computer, and […]

Understanding Your Family Dynamics and Their Impact on You Family plays a crucial role in shaping individuals’ identities and relationships. I want to explore the significance of family roles, and how they impact individuals. Each family member often assumes a specific role within their family dynamic, and often that can inform how they show up […]

Anger is often a cover for deeper emotions. Discover how therapy in Hermosa Beach helps men build emotional awareness and healthier relationships.

Understanding Emotions and How They Shape Our Reality “Are feelings real? Are we actually feeling reality?” As a therapist, working with both couples and individuals in Hermosa Beach and the South Bay area (and virtually for all you California folks), I hear these questions all the time. Feelings are a central part of being human. […]

Understanding Emotional Reactions, Self-Doubt, and Overthinking Have you ever found yourself spiraling in thought after a conversation, wondering, “Did I say too much?” or “Was I being overly sensitive?” Maybe you’ve even caught yourself thinking, “Am I just being dramatic right now?” If that sounds familiar, you’re in good company. A lot of people wrestle with emotional reactions, self-doubt, and that […]

Listening is the Most Important Communication Skill In relationships, effective communication stands as the cornerstone, and at its heart lies the often overlooked art of listening. As a couples therapist, who works with clients in person in Hermosa Beach and virtually in California, I’ve witnessed how genuine listening can deepen connections, foster understanding, and ultimately […]