Relationship Issues Therapists in Gardena, CA

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Rob Feiner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC, PPS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gardena, CA 90249
I have over a decade of experience working with creative professionals and adolescents coping with issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship dysfunction as well as athletic and performance art potential.
Everyone deserves a compassionate understanding of themselves. As we navigate through life, we are faced with uncertainties, challenges, stagnation, and cyclical internal conflict. Setting a positive, non-judgmental, collaborative environment, I hope to help you build confidence, gain insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and develop the emotional tools to find your inner balance achieving a sense of purpose and general wellness. To help you accomplish your therapeutic goals we may draw from Cognitive Behavioral and Emotion Focused approaches and Mindfulness Meditation.
I have over a decade of experience working with creative professionals and adolescents coping with issues including anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship dysfunction as well as athletic and performance art potential.
Everyone deserves a compassionate understanding of themselves. As we navigate through life, we are faced with uncertainties, challenges, stagnation, and cyclical internal conflict. Setting a positive, non-judgmental, collaborative environment, I hope to help you build confidence, gain insight into your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and develop the emotional tools to find your inner balance achieving a sense of purpose and general wellness. To help you accomplish your therapeutic goals we may draw from Cognitive Behavioral and Emotion Focused approaches and Mindfulness Meditation.
(213) 988-6511 View (213) 988-6511
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Compassionate Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
At the root of most of our struggles and concerns are relational needs that were unmet or a ruptured relationship due to various forms of trauma.
Do you need someone to listen & care genuinely about you & your life without judgment. Families and life transitions can be difficult to navigate especially with divorce, blending families, adolescents with challenging behavior, aging parents, & death; compounded with financial, medical, educational, spiritual, relational, and identity decisions can be overwhelming. Depression and anxiety can cause additional relational & health concerns, with out support it can lead to additional mental health issues. I'm here to build a relationship of trust and compassion which will help you find the inner strength to battle life stresses.
At the root of most of our struggles and concerns are relational needs that were unmet or a ruptured relationship due to various forms of trauma.
Do you need someone to listen & care genuinely about you & your life without judgment. Families and life transitions can be difficult to navigate especially with divorce, blending families, adolescents with challenging behavior, aging parents, & death; compounded with financial, medical, educational, spiritual, relational, and identity decisions can be overwhelming. Depression and anxiety can cause additional relational & health concerns, with out support it can lead to additional mental health issues. I'm here to build a relationship of trust and compassion which will help you find the inner strength to battle life stresses.
(424) 234-2764 View (424) 234-2764
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Christopher Brown LPCC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248
First and foremost, we will work to build a relationship of equity and safety so that I can be the person to help you grow.
Hi, possible client! You may be going through a stressful moment in your life. You may have had some complex trauma occur in your past. Or you may have a teen who is experiencing some mental health difficulties. Maybe you're looking for someone who may have more in common with you to help you through your challenges. Whether you are looking for a space to feel supported and discuss your trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship, life goals, or to simply feel seen, I may be the therapist for you.
First and foremost, we will work to build a relationship of equity and safety so that I can be the person to help you grow.
Hi, possible client! You may be going through a stressful moment in your life. You may have had some complex trauma occur in your past. Or you may have a teen who is experiencing some mental health difficulties. Maybe you're looking for someone who may have more in common with you to help you through your challenges. Whether you are looking for a space to feel supported and discuss your trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship, life goals, or to simply feel seen, I may be the therapist for you.
(323) 701-1736 View (323) 701-1736
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Tamiko Love
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, SAP
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248
Waitlist for new clients
Identifying a therapist with whom you are comfortable is a critical step toward facilitating the changes that you desire. Tamiko Love is a Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 Yrs. of experience. I welcome people facing a variety of challenges, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, relationship issues, family difficulties, and anger. Some specific methodologies/therapeutic techniques I employ include, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.
Identifying a therapist with whom you are comfortable is a critical step toward facilitating the changes that you desire. Tamiko Love is a Psychotherapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 Yrs. of experience. I welcome people facing a variety of challenges, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, relationship issues, family difficulties, and anger. Some specific methodologies/therapeutic techniques I employ include, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.
(310) 692-7220 View (310) 692-7220
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Jorge Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gardena, CA 90247  (Online Only)
To everyone around you, it looks like you have it all together – the job, the relationship, friends, trips – but inside you know it’s a different story. No one quite knows the real story, and if you were to tell them they wouldn’t understand. Between shutting down and rushing to make up for wasted time, you find yourself overwhelmed, frustrated, hopeless and lonely under your own skin. You wake up each day to start the same cycle yet again. At some point, you realize breaking the cycle is needed. After all, this is not a dress rehearsal, this is your life.
To everyone around you, it looks like you have it all together – the job, the relationship, friends, trips – but inside you know it’s a different story. No one quite knows the real story, and if you were to tell them they wouldn’t understand. Between shutting down and rushing to make up for wasted time, you find yourself overwhelmed, frustrated, hopeless and lonely under your own skin. You wake up each day to start the same cycle yet again. At some point, you realize breaking the cycle is needed. After all, this is not a dress rehearsal, this is your life.
(424) 218-9121 View (424) 218-9121
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Amy Martinez, Vida Wholeness Family Therapy Corp
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247  (Online Only)
I understand the impact diverse worldviews may have on the therapeutic relationship and other aspects of the psychotherapy process.
Hello! My name is Amy C. Martinez and I am a licensed bilingual clinical therapist with 7 years of experience providing individual therapy for issues ranging from depression, trauma, anxiety, anger and stress management, communication problems, life transitions, and difficult experiences such as domestic violence and sexual abuse. My counseling style is open and collaborative. I strive in providing a safe space where you can express yourself in a way that supports your authentic self as well as integrate trust, humor, and collaboration within sessions. I look forward to working with you and supporting you in this healing journey.
I understand the impact diverse worldviews may have on the therapeutic relationship and other aspects of the psychotherapy process.
Hello! My name is Amy C. Martinez and I am a licensed bilingual clinical therapist with 7 years of experience providing individual therapy for issues ranging from depression, trauma, anxiety, anger and stress management, communication problems, life transitions, and difficult experiences such as domestic violence and sexual abuse. My counseling style is open and collaborative. I strive in providing a safe space where you can express yourself in a way that supports your authentic self as well as integrate trust, humor, and collaboration within sessions. I look forward to working with you and supporting you in this healing journey.
(213) 222-8377 View (213) 222-8377
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Edison Family Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248  (Online Only)
At the heart of Edison Family Counseling Center (EFCC), is a passion to help individuals begin their journey towards emotional and psychological wellness. We understand the importance of being able to establish a trusting relationship with an experienced provider who can hold space for us. Our goal is to leave individuals better after each encounter in some capacity by utilizing clinically sound interventions intended to fill others with courage, strength and purpose.
At the heart of Edison Family Counseling Center (EFCC), is a passion to help individuals begin their journey towards emotional and psychological wellness. We understand the importance of being able to establish a trusting relationship with an experienced provider who can hold space for us. Our goal is to leave individuals better after each encounter in some capacity by utilizing clinically sound interventions intended to fill others with courage, strength and purpose.
(424) 377-0902 View (424) 377-0902
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Kayla Wilkins
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248  (Online Only)
We will work to build a relationship of comfort and safety so that I can be the person to help you grow.
Hi, potential client! You may be going through a stressful moment in your life. You may have had some complex trauma that has occurred in your past. Or you may have a teenager, who is experiencing some mental health difficulties. Maybe you're looking for someone who may have more in common with you to help you through your challenges. Whether you are looking for a space to feel supported and discuss your trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship, or life goals, or to feel seen, I may be the therapist for you.
We will work to build a relationship of comfort and safety so that I can be the person to help you grow.
Hi, potential client! You may be going through a stressful moment in your life. You may have had some complex trauma that has occurred in your past. Or you may have a teenager, who is experiencing some mental health difficulties. Maybe you're looking for someone who may have more in common with you to help you through your challenges. Whether you are looking for a space to feel supported and discuss your trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship, or life goals, or to feel seen, I may be the therapist for you.
(213) 652-6448 View (213) 652-6448
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Lynn Denise Barnard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248
I welcome the opportunity to address relationship difficulties, family concerns and life stressors.
Hello and welcome. I know this is hard. It is always difficult for a proud person to seek help. It is much more harmful to not reach out, I commend you. Human beings are social animals, we need and desire the comfort of one another. How we meet those needs can be complex. My job as your therapist is to assist you in becoming the best person you can be. I provide individual, relationship, and family therapy. I have a humanistic approach, allowing you to be you. I accept you as you are. Therapy is not to change the person it is to change the way the person perceives themselves.
I welcome the opportunity to address relationship difficulties, family concerns and life stressors.
Hello and welcome. I know this is hard. It is always difficult for a proud person to seek help. It is much more harmful to not reach out, I commend you. Human beings are social animals, we need and desire the comfort of one another. How we meet those needs can be complex. My job as your therapist is to assist you in becoming the best person you can be. I provide individual, relationship, and family therapy. I have a humanistic approach, allowing you to be you. I accept you as you are. Therapy is not to change the person it is to change the way the person perceives themselves.
(424) 499-2977 View (424) 499-2977
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Kelley Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248  (Online Only)
I also work with couples to help manage the relationship.
Do you get hijacked by your thoughts causing you to feel anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? Freezing and giving up your power so the feelings of stress and overwhelm will just go away, leaving you feeling depleted? Are you in a relationship where the spark is not as bright, and the communication doesn’t feel as easy as it used to? Well let me just say that the relationship that we have with ourselves as well as the relationship that we have with others have changed over the past two years. We have had to navigate through the unfathomable and trying to get back to the way things used to be or finding a new sort of normal can feel
I also work with couples to help manage the relationship.
Do you get hijacked by your thoughts causing you to feel anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? Freezing and giving up your power so the feelings of stress and overwhelm will just go away, leaving you feeling depleted? Are you in a relationship where the spark is not as bright, and the communication doesn’t feel as easy as it used to? Well let me just say that the relationship that we have with ourselves as well as the relationship that we have with others have changed over the past two years. We have had to navigate through the unfathomable and trying to get back to the way things used to be or finding a new sort of normal can feel
(323) 498-3357 View (323) 498-3357
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Iris Cruet-Rubio
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248
Let's explore our synergy and build a foundation of trust in our client-therapist relationship.
Ready to Rewrite Your Story? Let's Begin Together! Are you struggling with past trauma? As a trauma therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals towards healing and resilience in a safe and supportive environment. I offer compassionate support to help you reclaim your power and rebuild your life. Let's embark on this journey together. Together, we'll navigate through your pain, uncover your strengths, and create a path towards healing, transformation, and a brighter future. Contact me now to take the first step towards reclaiming your life and rewriting your story!
Let's explore our synergy and build a foundation of trust in our client-therapist relationship.
Ready to Rewrite Your Story? Let's Begin Together! Are you struggling with past trauma? As a trauma therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals towards healing and resilience in a safe and supportive environment. I offer compassionate support to help you reclaim your power and rebuild your life. Let's embark on this journey together. Together, we'll navigate through your pain, uncover your strengths, and create a path towards healing, transformation, and a brighter future. Contact me now to take the first step towards reclaiming your life and rewriting your story!
(310) 634-0677 View (310) 634-0677
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Sharon Stines
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
I typically work with people who have been traumatized by a narcissistic relationship.
My name is Sharon Stines and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and certified EMDR therapist. I specialize in trauma and abuse recovery. My primary modalities are attachment-based EMDR, Ego-State/Inner Family Systems/Inner Child and Schema Therapy. I am solution focused. I am also an addictions specialist. I offer my experience, skill set, and relationship to help clients meet their goals of abuse/trauma recovery, healing and freedom. Because I am a Christian, I also offer faith-based therapy for those interested in it. And, as a recovering alcoholic, I also offer addiction recovery counseling as well.
I typically work with people who have been traumatized by a narcissistic relationship.
My name is Sharon Stines and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and certified EMDR therapist. I specialize in trauma and abuse recovery. My primary modalities are attachment-based EMDR, Ego-State/Inner Family Systems/Inner Child and Schema Therapy. I am solution focused. I am also an addictions specialist. I offer my experience, skill set, and relationship to help clients meet their goals of abuse/trauma recovery, healing and freedom. Because I am a Christian, I also offer faith-based therapy for those interested in it. And, as a recovering alcoholic, I also offer addiction recovery counseling as well.
(562) 784-8374 View (562) 784-8374
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Danielle Ulian
Psychologist, Psy D, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248  (Online Only)
It is fundamental in my work with you to provide a safe, understanding, and respectful environment to help promote an authentic and trusting relationship. We will explore the richness of your life experiences, relationships, and beliefs and values to understand unresolved conflicts that have developed throughout your life; unhealthy ways of understanding yourself and the world; and ways in which you connect with others that may be contributing to unhappiness within yourself, relationships, family, school, work We will embrace your internal strengths in helping you heal, finding your true self; while improving your quality of life.
It is fundamental in my work with you to provide a safe, understanding, and respectful environment to help promote an authentic and trusting relationship. We will explore the richness of your life experiences, relationships, and beliefs and values to understand unresolved conflicts that have developed throughout your life; unhealthy ways of understanding yourself and the world; and ways in which you connect with others that may be contributing to unhappiness within yourself, relationships, family, school, work We will embrace your internal strengths in helping you heal, finding your true self; while improving your quality of life.
(760) 454-0633 View (760) 454-0633
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Jennifer Dormer Lee
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
I believe a successful therapeutic relationship is rooted in a deep academic understanding of human development, but is most effective when expressed as a pure, honest and simple communication between client and therapist. My approach is to actively engage, creating a supportive and collaborative environment that is equally empathic and challenging. By focusing on both past experiences and present circumstances, I seek to access the client's inner strengths in order to overcome difficult situations, make life changes and break unhealthy patterns.
I believe a successful therapeutic relationship is rooted in a deep academic understanding of human development, but is most effective when expressed as a pure, honest and simple communication between client and therapist. My approach is to actively engage, creating a supportive and collaborative environment that is equally empathic and challenging. By focusing on both past experiences and present circumstances, I seek to access the client's inner strengths in order to overcome difficult situations, make life changes and break unhealthy patterns.
(310) 896-8927 View (310) 896-8927
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Janine Ferrante
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
Hello! My name is Janine Ferrante. I have a master's degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University and I am licensed by the CA Board of Behavioral Sciences as an LMFT. My approach to therapy is person-centered, providing individual therapy sessions tailored to meet the client's needs. I provide guidance and support for the management of a variety of mental health challenges as well as navigating interpersonal relationships - such as parenting, divorce, and romantic relationship concerns. I specialize in women's issues: anxiety, ADHD, ASD, depression, mood disorders (bipolar) OCD, trauma, and PTSD.
Hello! My name is Janine Ferrante. I have a master's degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University and I am licensed by the CA Board of Behavioral Sciences as an LMFT. My approach to therapy is person-centered, providing individual therapy sessions tailored to meet the client's needs. I provide guidance and support for the management of a variety of mental health challenges as well as navigating interpersonal relationships - such as parenting, divorce, and romantic relationship concerns. I specialize in women's issues: anxiety, ADHD, ASD, depression, mood disorders (bipolar) OCD, trauma, and PTSD.
(657) 837-2910 View (657) 837-2910
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Stephanie Hon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
Hi! My name is Stephanie Hon and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of California with over 6 years of clinical experience. I enjoy working with young adults and adults dealing with anxiety, stress, and interpersonal relationship issues. I utilize acceptance commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma resiliency model (TRM), and Gottman Method with my clients.
Hi! My name is Stephanie Hon and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of California with over 6 years of clinical experience. I enjoy working with young adults and adults dealing with anxiety, stress, and interpersonal relationship issues. I utilize acceptance commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma resiliency model (TRM), and Gottman Method with my clients.
(909) 588-2558 View (909) 588-2558
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Lyniece Diggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
Hi there, My name is Lyniece Diggs, LMFT. Let's get real, I am a people-first therapist, and judgments are out the window. We all have a story, come from a variety of backgrounds, and have different needs. Let's work together to discover yours and what works for YOU. Life is wild, isn't it?! Sometimes you're overwhelmed, sometimes underwhelmed, and other times you feel numb. Relationship and family issues, work life, anxiety and depression, self-esteem. How are we supposed to balance all of this?
Hi there, My name is Lyniece Diggs, LMFT. Let's get real, I am a people-first therapist, and judgments are out the window. We all have a story, come from a variety of backgrounds, and have different needs. Let's work together to discover yours and what works for YOU. Life is wild, isn't it?! Sometimes you're overwhelmed, sometimes underwhelmed, and other times you feel numb. Relationship and family issues, work life, anxiety and depression, self-esteem. How are we supposed to balance all of this?
(805) 819-5031 View (805) 819-5031
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Elishka Trotta
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
I have experience working with adult clients addressing a variety of current mental health concerns, including attachment/abandonment issues from childhood, relationship difficulties, career challenges, communication issues, loneliness, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, work issues, stress management, life transitions, and other issues.
My name is Ellie Trotta and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Burbank, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have worked with a wide variety of clients who experience difficulties with anxiety, depression, and stress, as well as chronic mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar, and various personality disorders. My approach is very client-centered, and I believe the therapeutic relationship is essential to success in therapy, I am very attuned to which techniques would work best for my clients.
I have experience working with adult clients addressing a variety of current mental health concerns, including attachment/abandonment issues from childhood, relationship difficulties, career challenges, communication issues, loneliness, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, work issues, stress management, life transitions, and other issues.
My name is Ellie Trotta and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Burbank, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I have worked with a wide variety of clients who experience difficulties with anxiety, depression, and stress, as well as chronic mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar, and various personality disorders. My approach is very client-centered, and I believe the therapeutic relationship is essential to success in therapy, I am very attuned to which techniques would work best for my clients.
(657) 530-6850 View (657) 530-6850
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Yasmin Kamal Cook
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
Yasmin Cook is an LMFT who specializes in trauma therapy called EMDR which targets relationship issues, depression, anxiety, inner critic issues, self-esteem issues, codependence, and people pleasing behavior. She helps people practice authenticity, vulnerability and purpose in life. Yasmin works with all adults and transitional aged youth and treats relationship issues, shame and unhealthy guilt, inner critic issues, self-esteem, poor self-talk, people pleasing behaviors, putting others on a pedestal which leads to depression, anxiety, OCD, panic, Trauma, Dissociative Disorders and ADD/ADHD.
Yasmin Cook is an LMFT who specializes in trauma therapy called EMDR which targets relationship issues, depression, anxiety, inner critic issues, self-esteem issues, codependence, and people pleasing behavior. She helps people practice authenticity, vulnerability and purpose in life. Yasmin works with all adults and transitional aged youth and treats relationship issues, shame and unhealthy guilt, inner critic issues, self-esteem, poor self-talk, people pleasing behaviors, putting others on a pedestal which leads to depression, anxiety, OCD, panic, Trauma, Dissociative Disorders and ADD/ADHD.
(916) 680-8258 View (916) 680-8258
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William C Dawson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MDiv
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247  (Online Only)
I have the usual psychological training and education that you would expect from a Licensed therapist, but I also bring life experience into each session. We all know that some of the solutions people discover in a therapy session don't really work in the real world. I believe that solutions that last are solutions that work in multiple environments. I believe that all real change takes hard work and consistency, but on the other hand, if all we do is work hard in ways that do not make sense, eventually we will go back to the old ways. I believe in working hard to achieve lasting success and satisfaction.
I have the usual psychological training and education that you would expect from a Licensed therapist, but I also bring life experience into each session. We all know that some of the solutions people discover in a therapy session don't really work in the real world. I believe that solutions that last are solutions that work in multiple environments. I believe that all real change takes hard work and consistency, but on the other hand, if all we do is work hard in ways that do not make sense, eventually we will go back to the old ways. I believe in working hard to achieve lasting success and satisfaction.
(323) 310-0389 View (323) 310-0389
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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.