stevensulcswFeb 102 minGrief and Bereavement - How does therapy help?There’s one thing that will happen to all of us on this earth, but no one really wants to talk about. Death - and for many of us – the...
stevensulcswAug 9, 20211 minTED Talk: The Cure for Burnout (hint: it isn't self-care)Learn strategies to take look within and take care of yourself before the burn.
stevensulcswJul 30, 20211 minTED Talk: Essential Questions to Ask Your Future SelfGet ready for your future!
stevensulcswJul 28, 20211 minRead: Why Should I See an Out-of-Network Therapist?Thoughts to consider when selecting an out-of-network therapist, and why out-of-network could be advantageous over in-network providers....
stevensulcswJul 1, 20213 min"How Can I Convince Someone to Go to Therapy?"Do you have compassion for a loved one and want them to get help? Are you concerned about a friend's unusual behavior and think they...
stevensulcswJun 25, 20212 min4 Ways to Approach Intimate Relationship ProblemsWhen couples face intimate relationship problems, there tend to be four approaches with how they may choose to move forward. Here they...
stevensulcswMay 10, 20214 minCoping with DepressionCoping with depression is a tricky business. People experience different combinations of the symptoms of depression, and there are also...
stevensulcswJan 30, 20212 minIs Honesty the Best Policy?I think what makes me a good therapist is that I have a strong honesty policy in my own personal code of ethics. I have, though, gotten...
stevensulcswJan 26, 20212 minSetting Boundaries and Tackling Ruminating ThoughtsWorking at the California Institution for Women in Corona - the women's state prison in Southern California - was one of the most...
stevensulcswJan 12, 20211 minMy Office is Ready for You After COVIDWhen I had visions of starting my private practice, I had a few things in mind when it came to my physical office space. I wanted it to...
stevensulcswDec 30, 20202 minEmotional First AidLet's imagine you're running around in a field after a picnic and then you step on something sharp and it cuts your foot. What do you do?...
stevensulcswDec 16, 20201 minTED Talk: Why We Should All Try TherapyThe psychologist making this presentation poses a solid argument on why anyone and everyone should try therapy. You do not need to be...
stevensulcswDec 4, 20201 minCultural Perspectives in Mental Health: Asian AmericansI want to share a link to an article that I found helpful in giving me new perspectives on my disconnect with elder family members...
stevensulcswDec 2, 20201 minDo One Thing TodayThis artist paints a realistic snapshot of a moment in depression. Based on my own analysis, depressive symptoms evident in this art...
stevensulcswDec 2, 20201 minStart Where You AreSometimes folks come into treatment with a slew of topics they want to explore and they do not know where to begin. I am remembering a...
stevensulcswNov 21, 20201 minI’d Be Weary of TalkspaceI am on some private online groups for mental health clinicians, and I’ve noticed there are several and consistent negative comments...
stevensulcswNov 11, 20201 minIs Teletherapy Effective?Short answer: Yes. My first experience with Teletherapy (or "Telehealth") was when I was interning at USC's Telehealth Online Clinic my...
stevensulcswNov 7, 20201 min"You just need to relax!" Well, how???Have you ever been told by someone to "Just relax!" when dealing with something stressful or aggravating? It's quite common, and my...
stevensulcswNov 5, 20202 min"When should I start therapy?" *Service prices reduced*I like to give folks the analogy of a leaky roof when talking about when a person should start therapy. Imagine you have a home with a...