As a therapist and counselor in San Francisco, I often come across people who don't allow themselves to be happy. There are many reasons this happens and each is individual to the person, but it seems as we get older our commitments and responsibilities become so routine and pervasive there's no time left to pursue
If you spend any time surfing the internet, you know it can feel disconnecting. Depending on which sites you visit, you probably stumble across online arguments more often than not. The internet can be a downright depressing place if you don't get out of your routine and visit some uplifting website. These 10 Inspiring Websites
Can you believe the summer is almost over? Soon the kids will be back in school and we’ll be thinking about Halloween and the upcoming holidays. There are some great events in San Francisco this August, be sure to get out and enjoy all that this wonderful city has to offer. Events in San Francisco
We've all had a toxic relationship at one time or another. Often, they will end on their own, slowly petering out into oblivion, where they can be forgotten. Other times, we need to be active in ending the bad relationship because it just won't seem to end on it's own. We've all had a friendship
We recently celebrated Pride Month, and National Coming Out day is October 11th. While many teens will come out on that day, others will come out when the time is right. Society has become more open, and inclusive in the last several years. Most people understand and accept that homosexuality has a strong genetic component
If you're of a certain age - between 35 and 55 - odds are very good that you're not only caring for children, but you're also taking care of one or two aging parents. This is especially true if you're a woman. If you're part of the sandwich generation you're not only caring for two
It's already July, when did that happen? If you're looking for family friendly events in San Francisco this July then be sure to check out all of these great festivals, get-togethers and activities taking place this month in the Bay Area. 4th of July Waterfront Festival When: July 4th, 2017 Where: Pier 39 Beach Street
As a San Francisco therapist I've heard it all. There is a therapy for everyone or thing. From astrological therapy to psychic therapy - there are some interesting remedies out there. While I prefer to stay a little more grounded one form of therapy I love is walking. Walking as therapy not only keeps your
Today more than ever we are connected. We're connected online, through our phones, we have apps and platforms and even text messaging therapists - and yet most of us are still afraid to ask for help. The top reasons people don't ask for help - because they don't want to look stupid or weak. Additionally,
Do you know why you are here? Many of us go through life without ever taking the time to find our purpose. Sure, we wonder what the bigger picture is about, but finding our purpose doesn't seem a worthwhile endeavor when there are bills to pay and children to raise and laundry to fold. Finding
