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7 Relationship Conversations for the Next COVID Challenges

June 7, 2020 by Dr. Gary Brown

COVID, relationship conversations, couples communication, Dr. Gary Brown, Los Angeles therapist, individual therapy, relationship therapy, DrGaryLATherapist

So far, you’ve made it through quarantining together. Congratulations. Hopefully you both have taken the time to acknowledge that you faced adversity together and you’re coming out on the other side. Being together at home for that amount of time and sharing your space is no easy feat and you should be proud of your relationship ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Relationships Tagged With: communication, community, conversations, coping, coronavirus, couples communication, COVID, fears, freedom, gratitude, kindness, living together, quarantine, relationship conversations, relationships, self care, stress

12 Signs That You May Not Be Ready for a Serious Relationship…and That’s Okay

October 30, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

relationships, marriage, engagement, commitment, Dr. Gary Brown, Los Angeles therapist, individual therapy, relationship therapy, DrGaryLATherapist

  A good relationship can be hard to find. And it’s okay to be picky or not ready. And maybe online dating isn’t your scene. While your mom or your well-intended friends keep trying to set you up, maybe you’re just not ready for a serious relationship. Or maybe the idea of settling down is scary or just unappealing right now. And that’s ...read more

Filed Under: Dating, Individuals Tagged With: commitment, dating, pressure, relationships, single, the one

Give Your Relationship a Fighting Chance: 23 Tips to Fight Fair and Effectively

May 1, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

Dr. Gary Brown, Marriage and Couples therapy and counseling

It goes without saying that even in the best of relationships, that there are going to be the inevitable conflicts. This is perfectly normal and natural. Sometimes our disagreements with each other can escalate into arguments, and we experience intense hurt, scared, and angry thoughts and emotions. When discussions turn into full-on ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Relationships Tagged With: abuse, arguing, communication, conflict, couples, couples counseling, domestic abuse, Dr. Gary Brown, fight fair, fighting, individual therapy, Los Angeles therapist, marriage, relationship therapy, relationships

Having A Baby – Part 4: 12 Tips To Enhance Your Relationship After Your Baby Is Born

August 1, 2017 by Dr. Gary Brown

Enhance Your Relationship After Your Baby Is Born, Dr. Gary Brown, Los Angeles therapist, relationship therapy

You’re exhausted, you’re not having sex (that may be the last thing on a new mother’s mind) and emotions vacillate wildly. Is this the blissful time you were expecting? And what about you, new dad?  How is your life changing now that you are a parent?  What do you need? If you’re concerned that you’re not yourself or feeling that maybe you’re ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Family, Parenting, Relationships Tagged With: alone time, ask for help, baby, coping, date night, divorce, family, grace, gratitude, intention, intercourse, laugh, love language, loving kindness, make requests, marriage, me time, parenting, patience, perfection, relationship, sex, support

Why Physical Touch Is So Important in Relationships

July 11, 2017 by Dr. Gary Brown

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One of the many issues that my clients – and couples in particular – present with are related to the experience of touching and being touched. For a variety of reasons, it seems that we are losing touch (pardon the horrible pun!) with our desire for physical contact. What I am seeing is that electronic “connection” is actually replacing ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Relationships Tagged With: connection, flirt, intimacy, nonverbal communication, relationships, touch, touching

10 Things You Can Do To Make Your Relationship Better Right Now

September 27, 2016 by Dr. Gary Brown

dr gary brown, make your relationship better, counseling and therapy in LA

Obviously, there are hundreds of things that you could do to enhance your relationship. Here are ten of those ideas that have proven to be very helpful for many couples with whom I’ve worked. 1. Hold Hands Beyond the simplest display of PDA, scientific studies of couples clearly show that holding hands reduces stress and increases our feelings of ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Relationships Tagged With: exercise, intimacy, love, make your relationship better, quality time, relationships, spending time together

Keeping The Spark Alive: Breathing New Life Into Your Relationship

August 16, 2016 by Dr. Gary Brown

Dr. Gary Brown, Keep the Spark Alive, Individual and Couples Counseling in LA

It’s probably safe to assume that everyone loves the comfort and security of their marriage or relationship provides. But, it’s probably also a solid bet to assume no one wants that spark, that magic in their relationship, to disappear. It can seem like a catch-22. In order to feel attracted to a new partner, we have to feel that spark. And yet, in ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Relationships Tagged With: couples, couples counseling, keep the spark alive, love, making it last, marriage, relationship

Using Cell Phones and Social Media: 7 Practical Tips For Your Relationships

July 14, 2016 by Dr. Gary Brown

My wife and I were relaxing at home the other night when I looked over and realized that both of us were paying more attention to our cell phones and iPads than to each other. This doesn't happen too much, but it really made me think. “Look at us, what are we doing!?” I asked my wife. We were sitting right next to each other, yet we weren’t even ...read more

Filed Under: Relationships Tagged With: cell phones in relationships, connection, dating, how to be more connected, love, marriage, parenting, social media

17 Tips to Help Reduce Anxiety and Panic Attacks

February 28, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

People seek me out for many reasons. Anxiety is one of the top three reasons, alongside depression, and relationship issues.   In fact, at any given point in time, at least 20 percent of people are suffering from some type of anxiety. What is anxiety? Anxiety is actually a very normal, but unpleasant reaction to one or more situations ...read more

Filed Under: Individuals Tagged With: anxiety, depression, panic attacks

5 Reasons to Make Friends a Higher Priority This Year

January 19, 2020 by Dr. Gary Brown

friends, friendship, Dr. Gary Brown, Los Angeles therapist, individual therapy, relationship therapy, DrGaryLATherapist

It’s the new year and this is a time that I tend both reflect and look ahead. When thinking about friendships and seeing some people who are close to me struggling in this area, the idea of creating this post came to mind. I hope you find it helpful. This year my resolution is to experience more connection with others. And my intention is to ...read more

Filed Under: General counseling, Individuals Tagged With: depression, friends, friendship, fun, health, lonely, reality check, well-being, wellbeing

Coping with the Holiday Season When You’re Feeling Down

December 8, 2019 by Dr. Gary Brown

coping, holiday blues, depression, family therapy, individual therapy, Dr. Gary Brown, Los Angeles therapist, relationship therapy, DrGaryLATherapist

Holiday parties every weekend, traveling long distances, decorating your home. Christmas lists from the kids to Santa, Hanukkah presents for eight nights, extra time with extended family. Colder, winter weather (well, as cold as it can get in Southern California!) and endless sweet treats when we’re trying to follow a healthier eating ...read more

Filed Under: Individuals Tagged With: anxiety, break up, Christmas, coping, depression, divorce, grieving, Hanukkah, holidays, loss, sad, seasonal affect disorder, Thanksgiving

Three Phases of Romantic Love

February 5, 2019 by Dr. Gary Brown

romantic love, love, relationships, dating, marriage, couples, Dr. Gary Brown, Los Angeles therapist, individual therapy, relationship therapy, DrGaryLATherapist

  People often ask in one way or another, “Should love change over time?” My response is always, “I certainly hope so!” Why do I say this? It’s fairly simple. I see far too many couples who settle for so much less in their love life. They may have initially fallen in love but after a while, it doesn’t seem to progress much beyond that. People ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Relationships Tagged With: couples, dating, Dr. Gary Brown, DrGaryLATherapist, individual therapy, Los Angeles therapist, love, marriage, mature love, relationship therapy, relationships, romantic love

How to Decide If It’s Time to Move In Together

November 6, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

Dr. Gary Brown, Therapy and Counseling in LA, Living Together

  Sara (not her real name) came in for her appointment a while ago and I could tell something, other than the usual, was on her mind. She has been seeing her boyfriend for a little over a year. She’s 24 and he is 27 (not their actual ages). Sara’s been thinking about the future lately and believes she is ready for things to go to the next ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Dating, Relationships Tagged With: commitment, compromise, cons of living together, living together, pros of living together, relationship, should we live together, should you live together, what are the pros and cons to living together

Bullying on Social Media (and Other Places): Tips to Lessen or Even Eliminate the Impact

September 25, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

social media, bully, bullying, aggression, anxiety, depression, Dr. Gary Brown, Los Angeles therapist, individual therapy, relationship therapy, DrGaryLATherapist

  Bullying has historically included physical, sexual, emotional, verbal bullying. Now you can add cyberbullying and most recently, political bullying to the list. Often, in incidences of bullying, the perpetrator uses more than one of these tactics on his/her victim or escalates from one to the next. Given the current environment, several ...read more

Filed Under: Individuals Tagged With: aggression, anxiety, bully, bullying, depression, Dr. Gary Brown, DrGaryLATherapist, individual therapy, Los Angeles therapist, relationship therapy, social media

How to Know If Someone May Be Considering Suicide and What to Do

September 18, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

suicide, depression, anxiety, death, Dr. Gary Brown, Los Angeles therapist, individual therapy, relationship therapy, DrGaryLATherapist

September is Suicide Prevention Month and it’s an important topic. Statistics show that eight out of ten people considering suicide give some sort of sign of their intentions. Imagine someone that you care about, a friend or family member, is having a rough time (like we all do occasionally), YOU could be the person that makes a difference in ...read more

Filed Under: Individuals Tagged With: anxiety, depression, stay connected, suicide

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