Whether measured by a random survey of households, or a review of prior studies, research indicates that premarital counseling results in higher relationship satisfaction, healthier relationship dynamics, and a lower divorce rate. One study found that premarital counseling led to couples being HALF as likely to divorce or separate after three years. 2: Get help having difficult conversations: […]
These traumas come as “big T’s” — like the death of a loved one — and “little t’s,” like the daily experience of enduring subtle racism or sexism. Over time or in the moment, we can develop trauma symptoms such as hypervigilance, panic attacks or chronic pain. Sometimes, although the body is trying hard to […]
My immigrant parents were raised in economies of scarcity, so now they cannot pass up a deal, and they also now live one block from Costco. This is a bad combination. Costco’s sale products inevitably end up in my parents’ home, stored up in their garage, on their counters, under the dining table, and in […]
With COVID19 we have become familiarized with long lines at grocery stores, social distancing (6 feet people, 6 feet!), and hoarding of toilet paper along with hand sanitizer. If you live in the San Francisco, Bay Area then you may also be living through a ‘Shelter in Place (SIP)’ where you are not supposed to […]
There is a huge taboo against couples sleeping in separate bedrooms. People mistakenly assume that if you’re not sharing a bed every night then there is something wrong in the relationship. However, many happy couples find that sleeping apart is actually the best thing for their relationship. Is it Normal for Couples to Sleep in […]
I absolutely love Well Clinic! From the beginning, my husband and I felt like we were in a comfortable and safe space. Our couple’s therapy bridged gaps in our relationship and helped us understand each other that much more. Ivette B Well Clinic is an oasis, especially for busy professionals like me. It’s a relaxing […]
We all know what anxiety feels like. It’s that jittery, tingly, and heart-racing sensation that spreads across your body when you’re faced with a problem, uncertainty, or a major life event. The feeling is not quite that of fear or stress, though they do have quite a bit in common. For some, those feelings dissipate […]
When you think about getting help for ADD or ADHD, your mind probably jumps right to medication. While psychiatry may be part of your ADD or ADHD treatment plan, individual therapy can also be incredibly helpful. For adults and children alike, our compassionate therapists will help you develop better organizational skills, create positive buffers to […]
I always like to start the year with an intention or a resolution. Sometimes I’ll come up with a straightforward resolution like, eat healthier or meditate more, but this year’s resolution is different and warrants some explanation. My resolution this year is to be a bride forever… Brides are “free to have their own opinions” […]
We all go through loss in our lifetimes. It’s a strange experience in that its universal and yet as we go through it, we often feel terribly alone. Grief counseling can help you feel less alone. It can also help you process your grief so that you can move forward. You can better understand the […]
Change is inevitable, especially in the workplace. Leading your team through change is a challenge that comes with the responsibility of leadership. Team members need to feel taken care of during a big change at work. It’s your job as upper management to show effective leadership and a well-laid-out action plan. When your team is […]
By Ali Psiuk, MFTI As the holiday season quickly approaches we are afforded ample opportunities for socializing…parties, dinners, gatherings of friends old and new, family reunions. It is a time for celebrating, rejoicing in the wonders of the season and for some, hiding sweaty palms and managing high levels of adrenaline as one navigates the […]
I absolutely love Well Clinic! From the beginning, my husband and I felt like we were in a comfortable and safe space. Our couple’s therapy bridged gaps in our relationship and helped us understand each other that much more. Ivette B Well Clinic is an oasis, especially for busy professionals like me. It’s a relaxing […]
In January 2017, the results of this ballot proposition were visible. Recreational cannabis cafes opened in Berkeley, San Francisco, and across California … and anyone who was 21 years of age or older could have cannabis products delivered to their door. Although medical cannabis has been legal for over 20 years, the change from medical […]