Issues Treated

I have two toddler-aged kids. They regularly take my breath away with their often-unexpected highs and lows. But one thing I have noticed remains constant for both: They love themselves! My ... Read More

I would like to believe we are all created equal. When it comes to how the sexes respond to drinking, however, it typically isn’t so. As I was doing research for my book about alcohol ... Read More

Ending a marital relationship through separation or divorce is a difficult process for everybody involved, especially for children. Once this major decision is made, it will be followed ... Read More

When we look at life in simple terms, it might be viewed as a continuous chain of events, most of which we have little or no control over. But some of these events are more impactful than ... Read More

It is a common belief divorce will not be nearly as traumatic for adult children as it often is for young children. That is a myth. Although it may look and feel different, adult children ... Read More

Experiencing a crisis in your life—the discovery your spouse has been having an affair, a cancer diagnosis, job loss, divorce, death of a loved one—can change everything. Any of these ... Read More

When you are waiting at a bus stop at night, do you wish you had a protector with you? When you hurt, do you long for someone to comfort you? When you face a big decision, do you wish you ... Read More

One of the main reasons people seek therapy is for help with intimate and close relationships. And while couples counseling tends to be viewed as something for only relationships in crisis, ... Read More

With the growth of social media and the constant connection through smartphones, our personal and work lives are blending more than ever. We connect with people on LinkedIn, Instagram, ... Read More

Our vehicle side-view mirrors warn us “objects in the mirror may be closer than they appear,” and I’ve found a similar distortion tends to occur in dating. Often in a new relationship, ... Read More

Here in Southern California, fierce winter storms have finally dissolved into a warm springtime, and many thousands of people are totally enraptured by the “super bloom” of wildflowers. ... Read More

Many of the people I see in my practice have come to consult with me about an issue they have with their sexual behaviors. A number of them are seeking help after violating a spousal or ... Read More