By Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 Emotional labor is the invisible work of managing emotions, relationships, and household tasks. It plays a significant role in shaping the dynamics of relationships. I see that for most of my clients, there is an imbalance in the distribution of emotional labor. It is more common…
By Leslie Adams, AMFT #120800 Hey! Welcome back! I’ve been noticing a common issue with couples I work with and wanted to explore it with you today. This is something that affects many couples at some point in their journey together. It can derail the therapeutic progress in couples counseling. What…
Written by: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 Being a parent comes with its fair share of challenges. One of these challenges might be dealing with your child's choice of friends. Naturally, you want what's best for your kids and worry about the influence their friends may have on them. But what do…
By Leslie Adams, AMFT #120800As a MFT and a mom of two kiddos, I am knowledgable about the juggling act that is balancing work and home life. Working parents do not have it easy! From work obligations, child-rearing, and a to-do list longer than your arm. The challenges can feel…
Written by: Leslie Adams, AMFT #120800 Military families are no strangers to sacrifice and resilience. One of the most significant challenges they face is the separation from a parent. Separation can be due to deployments, training, or other military obligations. Navigating these periods of separation can be emotionally challenging and overwhelming.…
By Leslie Adams, AMFT #120800 I can imagine many of you have struggled to get to school or work due to difficulty with anxiety. I want to acknowledge the stress and frustration you might be experiencing. It can be when anxiety gets in the way of you doing the things you…
Written by: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 11819 Are you the kind of person who always says yes, even when you mean no? Do you find it hard to speak your mind or assert your boundaries? If so, you might be a people-pleaser, and trust me, you're not alone! People-pleasing behaviors are so…
Written by: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 It's been some rainy days here in California. Let's say we're not used to that around here! Either way, even in California, winter can increase our depression due to the season. The days get shorter and the temperatures drop. It’s pretty common for…
Written By: Leslie Adams, AMFT #120800 Hello, lovebirds and those navigating the maze of relationships! As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I'm here to address and debunk some of the wild misconceptions about couples therapy. We all might have some preconceived notions about therapy in general. Couples therapy has inaccurate beliefs…
Written By: Taylor Aiona, LCSW 118192 I have seen this become a huge topic of discussion on social media. I see the word gaslighting being thrown around and mixed with lies and manipulation. But what does gaslighting truly entail? How can you tell between deceit or manipulation and true gaslighting? Let's…
