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Signs You & Your Partner May Benefit From Couples Therapy in Playa Valley

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Relationships are complex, and even the strongest couples encounter challenges. While some disagreements are normal, persistent conflicts, emotional distance, or unresolved issues can create long-term damage if left unaddressed. If you and your partner are struggling to reconnect, couples therapy in Playa Valley can help.  Dr. Yvonne Thomas can provide the tools and guidance needed […]

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Advice From a Psychologist in Los Angeles On How to Feel Better This Spring

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Spring is often associated with renewal and fresh starts, but for many people, the change of seasons doesn’t automatically bring improved mood or motivation. If you’ve been feeling stuck, anxious, or emotionally drained, you’re not alone. As a psychologist in Los Angeles, Dr. Yvonne Thomas helps clients navigate these challenges with evidence-based strategies tailored to

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Los Angeles Psychologist Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D. On \”The Dark Side of ‘Brightsiding’: Why You Should Avoid Toxic Positivity in Times of Crisis\”

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\”This is toxic positivity, and according to Yvonne Thomas, a Los Angeles-based psychologist specializing in grief and loss, it is an act that “interferes in an artificial way with a person being able to genuinely be in touch and feel their feelings, even if those feelings are not so pleasant but appropriate to the given

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Los Angeles Psychologist Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D. On “Bye-Bye Excuses: How to Move Forward with Your Health and Fitness Goals\” on healthywomen.org (01/04/2024)

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Excerpt:  Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D., a Los Angeles-based psychologist who specializes in life transitions, motivation and self-esteem said the key is to start with something small that you know you can do. “If you want to eat more vegetables, start with one Brussels sprout,” she said. “Mini steps are still leading to the end result, which

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