Happy Valentine's Day! Valentine's Day is a wonderful reminder to those of us in relationships that we should take time to focus on the person who is most important to us. As a therapist in San Francisco who specializes in relationships, I can tell you that it's quite common for people to struggle in their
There might not be a way to have a perfect relationship this year, and that's okay. But, there is a way to have a better relationship this year. If you've resolved to have better relationships in 2018 you'll want to follow these helpful tips to ensure you have the best relationship possible. We're Only Human
Depression and anxiety happen at any time of the year, but the stress of the holiday season, difficult family relationships and high expectations can make anyone feel sad and anxious. Holiday depression is not a clinical diagnosis, however many people suffer through the holidays. The short days, lack of adequate sunshine (vitamin D), poor eating
As we get closer to Thanksgiving it's a good time to remember to practice gratitude. As we get closer to this secular holiday we naturally focus on the things we are thankful for - it's in the name, we have to. It's wonderful that our nation has set aside a day for which to be grateful,
The holidays officially begin in just a couple of weeks. No doubt if you have stressful relationships with family members this time can be challenging and anxiety producing. As a San Francisco therapist I work with people to help them manage stressful relationships during the holidays. The holidays are particularly difficult to navigate if you
All month we've been talking about helping those in need. We talked about the benefits of helping others and how to help the recent victims of the hurricanes out east. Helping those in need or less fortunate is a great way to connect with community, to make the world a better place and to boost
Deep down we all know that helping others is good. Our parents and teachers taught us to share and to help those who are struggling or in need. We're bombarded with messages of giving each day and yet many of us don't know where to begin. There are many benefits to helping others of course. The recipient
There's no getting away from it, at some point in life we will all experience loss and grief. Whether it is the loss of a beloved pet, the death of a parent or the end of a marriage or other relationship, loss and grief are a part of life. Everyone responds to grief and loss
How do you know if you're falling in love? As a San Francisco therapist, I get asked this question a lot. In the beginning of a relationship everything is new and wonderful. If you find you can't get that new person out of your head, you might be wondering if you're falling in love. Most
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
