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“Bibliotherapy is a term that describes the very real process of being positively and therapeutically influenced by what you read.”
—Pete Walker
The Pursuer / Withdrawer Dynamic in Relationships
The most common problem I see as a couples therapist
Therapist Podcast Episodes for General Relationship Health
The podcast episodes I recommend the most as a couples therapist .
Therapist-Approved Date Ideas: San Francisco, The East Bay, and Surrounding Areas
Going on dates and experiencing new activities together is vital for the health of relationships as it fosters a deeper connection and keeps the bond exciting
Self-Hatred as Self-Protection
Self-hatred can be seen as a conflict between protective parts trying to manage deep-seated emotional wounds and protect the self from future harm.
Three Crucial Tasks in Difficult Family Relationships
Managing difficult family relationships is a common issue that arises for clients as a trauma therapist in Oakland and Berkeley, CA.
Self-Compassion Won't Make You a Bad or Unsuccessful Person
If I had a dollar for every time someone tried to explain why they can't be nice to themself...
How to Find a Sliding Scale Therapist
Sliding-scale clinics and therapists offering services in the East Bay and San Francisco.
The Four Attachment Styles and Why They Matter In Your Relationship
“Research has consistently demonstrated that understanding our different attachment styles and using this knowledge to move into more secure functioning with a partner is an important component in creating fulfilling and sustaining relationships.” ― Jessica Fern