by Apollonia Kang, LMHC | Feb 12, 2019 | Blog
Asian American Therapy Data show that although the Asian community demonstrates strong needs for mental health services, going to therapy is often not considered as an option. As a therapist who grew up in China and now lives in the U.S., I would like to share some...
by Eunice Makunzva | Dec 21, 2018 | Blog
The holidays are coming, and so are the family gatherings. You want to bring your partner and show them off to your family because new and old relationships are a wonderful thing and your partner makes you happy. Maybe you’ve brought other partners home for the...
by Anita Chlipala, LMFT | Feb 19, 2018 | Blog
When it comes to romance, we overthink everything. It’s a legit question. When the honeymoon phase ends, and realism sets in, it can be tempting to wonder: Wait, am I settling? After all, with the seemingly endless supply of options nowadays (cue:...
by Anita Chlipala, LMFT | Jan 23, 2018 | Blog
When our people-pleasing, romantic hopes get in the way of ending it. One of my clients met a guy online. When she met him in person, he was at least fifty pounds overweight. She said, “Hi, I’m sorry, but you deceived me with your photos. Have a good evening.” And she...
by Anita Chlipala, LMFT | Jan 20, 2018 | Blog
Communication is one of the top concerns that brings our couples to our therapy offices. The good news is that with a few skills, you can make a positive impact in this key area of your relationship. Here are 6 of them to help: Soften your start up. How a conversation...
by Anita Chlipala, LMFT | Jan 5, 2018 | Blog
Want a Perfect Relationship? Try Actually Accepting Some Imperfections When it comes to love, perfect is very much the enemy of the great. Do you have a friend who is always late, but you put up with it because she’s always there for you no matter what? Or what about...
