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The Psychological Benefits of Spending Time in Nature
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | April 1, 2016
I recently took a trip to Death Valley National Park to see the “Super Bloom” of wildflowers – a rare event that is worth seeing. Located in eastern California and Nevada, Death Valley is a unique and special place that has always inspired awe for me. Being in nature helps me with Finding Perspective, as […]
Read MoreThe Importance of Self-Care
By: Other | March 28, 2016
Written by Kelly Anderson, Ph.D. Like many people, I find that I wear different hats throughout my week. In addition to being a psychologist, I am also a mother, wife, friend, sister and so on. Each and every role I fill is important to me and deserves my attention, time and consideration. However, like many […]
Read MoreA Parent’s Guide to Managing Sibling Rivalry
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | March 18, 2016
When parents decide to have more than one child, it usually involves a fantasy about a perfect relationship between siblings. The reality is that sibling rivalry exists to some degree in virtually every family in which there is more than one child. It’s completely normal for siblings to have a natural rivalry. Siblings clash and […]
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8 Steps to Help Your Child Learn Problem Solving Skills
By: Other | March 4, 2016
Written by Jennifer Wendt, Ph.D. As adults we solve problems all throughout the day, from minimal to major problems. We are called upon to make decisions and find solutions to problems occurring in our homes, jobs, relationships, health, etc. The list is endless! Many problems we fix are common and we have learned a variety […]
Read MoreThe Psychological Benefits of Bonding with a Pet
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | February 20, 2016
For those of you who have visited our Point Loma office recently, you may have met our new furry friend, Rue. Rue was brought to us by our Billing Operations Manager, Monique. Rue is not just an office pet, but his presence is a wonderful adjunct to the therapy experience for some of our clients. […]
Read MoreMental Health – Let’s Talk About It
By: Other | February 15, 2016
Written by Asal Azizi, Psy.D. As a Psychologist I am often subjected to a variety of jokes or comments regarding my field of work when others discover what I do for a living. There is misguided humor about “those crazy people”, awkward moments when someone tells me they once saw a “shrink”, but “it didn’t work”, […]
Read MoreAnxiety, Personal Improvement, Relationships, Stress, Therapy
Am I Just Feeling Sad or is this Depression?
By: Other | February 5, 2016
Written by Kelly Anderson, Ph.D. Is what I am experiencing normal? This is a question that I am often asked when meeting with a new client for the first time. This is particularly true when a person is wondering if they are suffering from depression. Feeling sad, down, or blue is not only a normal […]
Read MoreHealthy Ways to Express Anger in a Relationship
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | January 29, 2016
No matter how much we love our partner, or how happy we may be in our relationship, feelings of anger are inevitable. Bottling up your anger or expressing it in the wrong way can damage trust and result in a loss of intimacy in your relationship. However, expressing anger in a healthy way will help […]
Read MoreActivities to Brighten Your New Year
By: Other | January 18, 2016
Written by Jennifer Wendt, Ph.D. A new year brings a sense of refreshment. A fresh time of hope, reflection and opportunities for change. There seems to be a general consensus that 2015 was a more difficult year for many people. Our World has been exposed to great tragedies, locally and globally. Many have experienced personal […]
Read MoreThe Beauty of Being Average and Setting Healthy Standards
By: Other | January 11, 2016
Written by Karin Thebus, Psy.D. Average you say? Why would I want to be merely average? Isn’t it the goal of life to be the best at what you work for and be heralded for exceptionalism? Does it feel like there are incredibly high standards that have been set that are unusually impossible to achieve? […]
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