Marriage Counseling Insights brought to you by California Psychotherapeutic Resources, Inc. Most people have (or should have) a pretty well-developed sense of self before they enter a romantic relationship. A strong sense of identity and a balanced ego are foundations...
Healing Your Relationship By Discovering Your Partner’s Universe
Every couple has conflict in their relationship. But stepping back and thinking about what you’re in conflict about may give you a clue to the fundamental problem. Specifically, if you’re arguing or fighting about basically the same issue three times in a row, it’s a...
Having Trouble Communicating With Your Partner? This May Help.
There’s quite a bit of truth in the saying, old habits are hard to break. In fact, even recent habits are stubborn things. Take, for example, many people’s increasing tendency to firmly believe their viewpoint is correct — to state the issue politely. Developing an...
Six Ways To Enhance Your Mental Health
Individual Counseling Insights brought to you by California Psychotherapeutic Resources, Inc. Most everyone knows the fundamental rules for healthy living. Eat a balanced diet with lots of fruits and vegetables. Exercise regularly. Get enough sleep. Don’t smoke...
7 Things You Should Never Say To Your Partner
Marriage Counseling Insights brought to you by California Psychotherapeutic Resources, Inc. Whether you’ve been in a relationship for a short time or years, you’ve probably learned which compliments your partner responds well to. “Wow, you look great in that dress!”...
Authoritative vs. Authoritarian and other Parenting Styles
Family Counseling Insights brought to you by California Psychotherapeutic Resources, Inc. Many young people have somewhat of a revelation when they first become parents. Even if they’ve been reading books or taking classes on parenting skills, they soon realize...
Creating Your Life’s Master Plan
Individual Counseling Insights brought to you by California Psychotherapeutic Resources, Inc. Ask any professional or business owner if they think a business plan is necessary for success, and most would answer in an instant – of course! Ask these same people if they...
Signs A Conversation Hog Is Really A Narcissist
Individual Counseling Insights brought to you by California Psychotherapeutic Resources, Inc. Do you ever get into a conversation with someone and they seem to simply take it over? All they want to do is control the topic of conversation and tell you what they think....
Can’t Forget Your Ex? This May Be Why.
Individual Counseling Insights brought to you by California Psychotherapeutic Resources, Inc. Looking for a long-term relationship? If so, then it’s almost inevitable that you will experience breakups as you search for someone to settle down with. Although...
Which Parenting Resources Do Psychologists Recommend?
Family Counseling Insights brought to you by California Psychotherapeutic Resources, Inc. Google is great for general searches, and for searching specialized subjects if you’re wiling to take the time to research the results. But there’s always that nagging...