Just like an iPhone running low on battery, our bodies need regular recharging, especially as we age.

Do you have compassion for a loved one and want them to get help? Are you concerned about a friend's unusual behavior and think they...

Have you ever felt misunderstood or disconnected when having conversation? Do you notice people not paying attention to you while you're...

I think what makes me a good therapist is that I have a strong honesty policy in my own personal code of ethics. I have, though, gotten...

Working at the California Institution for Women in Corona - the women's state prison in Southern California - was one of the most...

When I had visions of starting my private practice, I had a few things in mind when it came to my physical office space. I wanted it to...

Let's imagine you're running around in a field after a picnic and then you step on something sharp and it cuts your foot. What do you do?...

The psychologist making this presentation poses a solid argument on why anyone and everyone should try therapy. You do not need to be...

I want to share a link to an article that I found helpful in giving me new perspectives on my disconnect with elder family members...

This artist paints a realistic snapshot of a moment in depression. Based on my own analysis, depressive symptoms evident in this art...

Sometimes folks come into treatment with a slew of topics they want to explore and they do not know where to begin. I am remembering a...

It is that time of year. No matter how you celebrate, commemorate, or commiserate, the last couple months of the year are an exciting...

I am on some private online groups for mental health clinicians, and I’ve noticed there are several and consistent negative comments...

Brilliant description of Apple Music's new Gratitude Playlist. Here's a screenshot: It's true how much we neglect gratitude when things...

Check out this article from The Atlantic. "Sedentary Pandemic Life Is Bad for Our Happiness." Image Credit: JAN BUCHCZIK

Physical exercise plays a pivotal role in your mental health. Exercising produces the chemicals in your brain that regulates your mood...

Short answer: Yes. My first experience with Teletherapy (or "Telehealth") was when I was interning at USC's Telehealth Online Clinic my...

When it comes to your mental health, you deserve the best care possible. I often tell my clients that therapy is like addressing a leaky...