No, You’re Not A Mind Reader

Marriage Counseling Insights From Westlake Village-Based Patricia McTague-Loft One of the fulfilling aspects of a romantic relationship is the feeling that you really know your partner. If you’re in a long-term relationship, think back to the time when you really...

Must-Have’s In A Relationship

Marriage Counseling Insights From Westlake Village-Based Patricia McTague-Loft When you go shopping for anything from a new car to your dream home, you probably make a list of all the things you’re looking for. With a car, it might be everything from stylish wheels to...

Relationship Killers

Marriage Counseling Insights From Westlake Village-Based Patricia McTague-Loft We often focus on what we think are the keys to a great romantic relationship. That unknowable we call chemistry. Attractiveness to the other. On a deeper level — a shared value system. The...

Critical Parenting “Should Nots”

Family Counseling Insights brought to you by Patricia McTague-Loft Life is full of all kinds of “shoulds.” I should exercise more. I should call my friends more often. That list can be overwhelming at times. For parents, the list can be even more daunting. Fortunately...

How to Help Your Kids Be Mentally Strong

Family Counseling Insights brought to you by Patricia McTague-Loft Do you have a friend or maybe a colleague who just seems to have it all together? They take charge of situations with steady determination. When life inevitably knocks them down, they get up and...