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Therapy Changes Welcomes Dr. Jen McWaters
By: Jen McWaters, Psy.D. | October 14, 2016
I am excited to be joining the Therapy Changes family and look forward to contributing to an already thriving multi-specialty practice. I will be providing services at the Point Loma location for teens, children, families and adults. I received my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University and completed my pre-doctoral APA internship at […]
Read MoreAnxiety, Depression, Introduction, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Therapy
The Importance of Physical Health for Psychological Wellbeing
By: Other | October 7, 2016
Written by Kelly Anderson, Ph.D. Numerous research studies have found an association between physical health and mental health. When such studies have found a correlation, or link, between physical and mental health, several themes have emerged consistently: Those with mental health concerns are at a higher risk of developing chronic health issues Poor mental health […]
Read MoreEmotional Abuse in Relationships
By: Other | September 30, 2016
Written by Qiuting ‘Iris’ Li, Intern Many of us have encountered situations, in which we feel that someone, maybe one of our family members or a friend, is constantly devaluing us, making fun of us, degrading our beliefs, shrinking our confidence or restraining our freedom and rights. If emotional abuse is not something you have […]
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Tips for the Student Athlete
By: Other | September 9, 2016
Written by Casey Buck, Intern Growing up, athletics have always been an important aspect of my life. Now, as a collegiate athlete, many new realities have set in. When I was younger, balancing my training schedule for track and field along with my academic coursework was manageable; in fact, I even had plenty of extra […]
Read MoreForgiveness: A Way to Move On
By: Other | September 3, 2016
Written by Asal Azizi, Psy.D. Often times in therapy, a client I am working with is able to recognize the overall improvements they have made. They feel happier, the symptoms they once had are minimal or gone, relationships are improved and they feel more confident. However, they may still feel some underlying disappointment or pain, […]
Read MoreBetter Boundaries for Better Relationships
By: Other | August 19, 2016
Written by Kelly Anderson, Ph.D. No matter who you are, you’re likely to have quite a few relationships in your life. You may have a partner, family members, coworkers and friends to name a few. Additionally, most people have more casual relationships in their lives such as with babysitters, your children’s teachers, or even the […]
Read MoreHow to Practice Self-Compassion
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | August 12, 2016
Sadly, for many of us, we are all too familiar with emotionally “beating ourselves up”. And, it’s not surprising. We live in a society where we’re taught that being hard on ourselves is the way to success. So, in an effort to get ahead, we criticize ourselves, push ourselves (often times too far) and certainly […]
Read MoreSelf-Care for the Caregiver – Part 2
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | July 1, 2016
Caring for a loved one can be very rewarding, but it also involves many stressors. Caregiving can make an impact on your health, relationships, and state of mind. That’s why taking time to relax, rest, and recharge isn’t just a luxury – it’s a necessity! In this second part of the two-part series, Self-Care for […]
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By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | June 24, 2016
On an airplane, an oxygen mask descends in front of you. What do you do? As we all know, the first rule is to put on your own oxygen mask before your assist anyone else. If you are a caregiver, this rule often is the first to fly out the window. Caring for yourself is […]
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