Handling Emotions
What does handling emotions really mean? Some people think it is important to have a stiff upper lip—be stoic—be brave. Some people [...]
Can We Talk? The Psychology of Communication.
Published in the Desert Health News: May-June Do you struggle to be understood, yet often feel misunderstood? Communication is a basic skill, yet there are [...]
USING PLAY THERAPY WITH TEENS
On Friday May 20, I attended the 2016 Southern California Regional Play Therapy Conference held in Rancho Cucamonga and sponsored by the California Association for [...]
It Happens to Boys
What Makes Boys Afraid to Tell About Sexual Abuse? 1. Boys are under the assumption that they should be able to protect themselves. If someone takes [...]
What To Be When You Grow Up
If you can imagine it, you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it. William Arthur Ward What would you like [...]
Little Things That Matter
Have you ever felt that life was so busy, that it was hard to find time to enjoy the little things in life that truly [...]
TAKING THE RISK
Take the risk to learn about the magic that’s in your heart. Believe in yourself and become aware that you can do what you really [...]
Addressing Loss Through Psychotherapy
News from Coachella Valley's Integrated Health Community Medical News July/August 2015 By Barbara Pedalino, PsyD Psychotherapy generally focuses on change and growth. Why then, would senior [...]