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Can It Be? Is Love at First Sight Real?

January 29, 2019 by Dr. Gary Brown

Love at First Sight

  It seems like such a wonderfully romantic notion. And it absolutely can be. An accidental encounter. Seeing someone from across the room and immediately feeling the electric connection. Just reading this sounds like a scene out of the latest romcom or Netflix release. You may have even daydreamed the possibility of it happening to ...read more

Filed Under: Couples Tagged With: attraction, couples counseling, dating, Dr. Gary Brown, DrGaryLATherapist, individual therapy, Los Angeles therapist, love, love at first sight, relationship therapy, relationships

Is It Too Soon to Know If I’m in Love?

January 15, 2019 by Dr. Gary Brown

falling in love

Have you ever wondered how long it takes to fall in love? I was recently interviewed by Elite Daily on this topic. It’s particularly important if you’re starting to get feels pretty early in a relationship, you’ll definitely want to read up about the right time for you to share those feelings with your partner. I have worked with hundreds of ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Dating Tagged With: dating, Elite Daily, falling in love, love, relationships

Why Your Texting Style Matters in Relationships

December 18, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

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  It’s amazing how much time we spend on our personal glowing rectangle devices, otherwise known as our phones. Sometimes, I don’t know what we did without them! Can you even get to an unfamiliar place without the use of your phone? Obviously, the main reason we use our phones is for communication and most of that time is spent texting our ...read more

Filed Under: Dating Tagged With: dating, Dr. Gary Brown, DrGaryLATherapist, individual therapy, Los Angeles therapist, relationship therapy, relationships, texting

You Don’t Have to Go Home for the Holidays: How to Keep Your Sanity in Check When You Come from a Toxic Family

December 11, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

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  You may cringe every time you hear Andy Williams sing the classic, “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” You’re not a Grinch if you feel this way. You just may be dreading going home for the holidays. If you come from a toxic or abusive family, the feeling of obligation to spend time with them over the holidays can be enough to ...read more

Filed Under: Individuals Tagged With: anxiety, coping, coping with the holidays, family, holidays, home for the holidays, self care, stress, toxic relationship

Do You Text Your SO Too Much?

December 4, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

texting, relationships, dating

  When digital dating happens with a swipe, one can easily rely on texting as a relational crutch. But how do you know if your level of texting with your loved one is healthy or potentially crossing over the digital divide? I was recently interviewed by Elite Daily about warning signs that may be applicable to the way texting plays out ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Dating Tagged With: anxiety, dating, healthy behavior, relationships, texting

Is It Time to Invite Your SO Home for the Holidays?

November 13, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

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The holidays are upon us and you may be wondering if you should bring your boyfriend or girlfriend home for the holidays. This is one of those major milestones in a relationship, so there is a lot to consider. Elite Daily recently interviewed me about Should You Bring Your SO Home for Thanksgiving? 4 Signs You're Ready. So, if you’re thinking you ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Dating Tagged With: couples, dating, Elite Daily, holidays, meet family, meet parents, relationship

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

November 6, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

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  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

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

Six Signs Your Relationship Probably Can’t Be Fixed

October 23, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

relationships, marriage, fighting, divorce, couples counseling, relationship therapy, Dr. Gary Brown, Los Angeles therapist, individual therapy, DrGaryLATherapist

  Being in a relationship – even the best of relationships – will always have some challenges. That’s completely normal. I’m a pretty optimistic guy, and, for the most part, believe that too many relationships end for the wrong reasons. I have found that, with some work and increased self-awareness, many couples can overcome enough of ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Dating Tagged With: couples counseling, divorce, fighting, love, marriage, relationship, relationship therapy

How to Build Trust and Loyalty in Relationships

October 16, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

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  If you find yourself an untrusting soul in relationships because you have a trail of broken hearts (or maybe just a really good one that has left you scarred), you may be unsure about how to create a sense of safety and loyalty in your relationship. I was recently interviewed for an article on Bustle about this very topic. There are a ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Dating Tagged With: couples counseling, dating, love, loyalty, relationship counseling, relationships, trust

How Not To Settle For An “Average” Relationship

October 9, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

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Too many people settle for less than they deserve when it comes to relationships. So how can you transform a mediocre relationship into something that delights you? I was recently interviewed for tips on improving relationships by A-Plus, an online magazine that reports positive news and lifestyle articles. If you are in a relationship that is ...read more

Filed Under: Couples Tagged With: dating, divorce, marriage, marriage counseling, relationship therapy, relationships

Postpartum Anxiety: What It Is and Tips to Help You Cope

October 2, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

Postpartum Anxiety. Postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, anxiety, mental health, parenting, family counseling, new mom, new family, Dr. Gary Brown, Los Angeles therapist, individual therapy, relationship therapy, couples counseling, DrGaryLATherapist

I frequently receive referrals of clients from pediatricians and OBGYN's. One of the most common reasons is that their patient has reported feeling somewhat depressed and/or anxious, post-delivery. Most everyone is familiar with postpartum depression. However, we don’t often hear about postpartum anxiety, which is a condition that can lead to ...read more

Filed Under: Family, Parenting Tagged With: anxiety, baby, couples counseling, Dr. Gary Brown, DrGaryLATherapist, family, family counseling, individual therapy, infant, Los Angeles therapist, mental health, new family, new mom, parenting, postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, relationship therapy, stress

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

September 25, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

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  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

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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

3 Common Relationship Fears and How to Move Beyond Them

September 11, 2018 by Dr. Gary Brown

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We all have fears in our relationships. It’s absolutely normal. I was recently interviewed by Elite Daily about what are the most common fears and how to best address them proactively with your partner. If you are in a relationship where fears are starting to get in the way of your togetherness or you simply need some relationship advice and ...read more

Filed Under: Couples, Relationships Tagged With: couples, couples counseling, fear, insecurity, marriage counseling, relationship advice, relationships, troubled marriage

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