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A 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 […]
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The 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. […]
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Mental 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”, […]
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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 […]
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Healthy 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 […]
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Activities 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 […]
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The 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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Getting the Most from a New Year’s Resolution
By: Other | December 28, 2015
Written by Kelly Anderson, Ph.D. It’s hard to believe that 2016 is almost upon us! This time of year often prompts people to reflect on the past twelve months and think about goals for the New Year. In fact, almost 50% of all American adults set a New Year’s resolution every year. However, research has […]
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Coping with Loss During the Holidays
By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | December 21, 2015
The holiday season is typically a time of great anticipation and excitement. But, for those of us who have experienced a loss, this time of year can be a very difficult. Memories of good times and togetherness around this time of year serve to remind us of our loss. Watching others who are feeling thankful […]
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