Read this post →

As a therapist in Hermosa Beach, working with both couples and individuals, I’ve seen firsthand how understanding and practicing the right love languages can completely transform a relationship. We’ve all heard about the classic love languages—words of affirmation, acts of service, and so on—but two vital ones often fly under the radar: consistency and emotional […]

Two Important Love Languages: Consistency and Safety

Read this post →

Couples therapy can be a total game-changer for relationships. Whether you’re dealing with infidelity, trust issues, or just can’t seem to agree on the best way to fold towels (hey, it happens), therapy in Hermosa Beach or anywhere in the South Bay can help you find clarity, heal, and reconnect. So, what is couples therapy […]

Rekindle, Rebuild, Repeat: Benefits of Couples Therapy

Read this post →

Perfectionism: It’s Messing with Your Mental Health, But There’s a Way Out Let’s talk about perfectionism. At first glance, it might seem like a positive thing, right? I mean, who doesn’t want to do their best? But when you take it to the extreme—where you’re constantly chasing some unreachable standard—it starts to mess with your […]

Needing to be perfect in order to be loved

Read this post →

At the heart of the human brain—our body’s command center, controlling everything from thoughts to emotions and actions—lies the limbic system. This powerhouse of interconnected structures is essential for processing emotions and forming memories. Understanding how it works can shed light on why we feel and behave the way we do, and it offers key […]

Brain: Understanding the Limbic System

Read this post →

The Parasympathetic Nervous System: Your Built-In Chill Button** We all have days when stress piles up, and we just need a moment to breathe. Lucky for us, the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) has our back! This amazing part of our body is like a built-in “chill button” that helps us unwind, digest, and recover. Whether […]

Brain: Understanding the Parasympathetic Nervous System

Read this post →

The Prefrontal Cortex: Your Brain’s CEO Ever wondered why you sometimes make really smart decisions… and other times, not so much? Well, let me introduce you to the prefrontal cortex, your brain’s personal CEO. Located right behind your forehead, this part of the brain is responsible for handling all the high-level tasks that keep your […]

Brain: Understanding the Prefrontal Cortex