dr_j_raymond, Author at LA Westside Therapy

Four ways to manage the excitement and dread of family reunions
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Four ways to manage the excitement and dread of family reunions

Anxiety therapy, Family Counseing, Family of Origin Counseling, relationship issues

Four ways to manage the excitement and dread of family reunions

By dr_j_raymond|2017-09-13T19:38:03+00:00April 17th, 2012|Anxiety therapy, Family Counseing, Family of Origin Counseling, relationship issues|

Dreading meeting up with loved ones while looking forward to it at the same time causes stress and ruins the occasion. The dread comes from the anxiety that you have to come face to face with an old part of you that you walked away from and that now threatens to take over again. You are back in an old war zone getting ready for battle scars instead of being ready to receive welcomes and loving embraces from family members. Learn 4 ways you can reunite with your old self in ways that empower you so that you can enjoy family reunions in peace and with pride.

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How to find the love of your life

By dr_j_raymond|2017-09-13T18:27:08+00:00April 13th, 2012|Dating, Intimacy|

You can have the love of your life complete your hopes and dreams just like in the movies. Waiting and hoping it will just happen isn't the way to go. Learn how to prepare the ground work so that the special person just right for you can find you and create that wonderful partnership that makes you feel like a million dollars.

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Four alternatives to withdrawing from your romantic relationship
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Four alternatives to withdrawing from your romantic relationship

Anxiety therapy, Communication Problems, Intimacy

Four alternatives to withdrawing from your romantic relationship

By dr_j_raymond|2017-09-13T18:49:10+00:00April 10th, 2012|Anxiety therapy, Communication Problems, Intimacy|

Withdrawing from your romantic relationship isn't the only option you have when you feel your needs are not noticed or attended to. You four other choices that involve improving your communication and framing your expectations in ways that will get you the attention and respect you crave.

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Passover troubles and resurrect good times during the holidays

By dr_j_raymond|2016-12-13T05:19:25+00:00April 6th, 2012|Anxiety therapy, relationship issues|

Avoid holiday stress with family and loved ones by focusing on the symbols of the holidays rather than their rituals. Get two tips on passing over the troubled waters of relationship stress trying to please others, feeling trapped in the same arguments and having to compromise your needs. Learn how to ressurect the strong bonds of value and appreciation in one another that offer renewal and a promising future.

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How to survive a betrayal by a loved one
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How to survive a betrayal by a loved one

Anxiety therapy, Intimacy, relationship issues

How to survive a betrayal by a loved one

By dr_j_raymond|2017-09-13T17:56:57+00:00April 3rd, 2012|Anxiety therapy, Intimacy, relationship issues|

Betrayal by a loved one can fill you with rage and helplessness. Learn how to drill down under the anger of betrayal and discover what is eating away at your sense of security. Find your sense of control and power so that you can enjoy intimate relationships without fear of betrayal.

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How to stop fear from obstructing your success
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How to stop fear from obstructing your success

Anxiety Treatment, Uncategorized

How to stop fear from obstructing your success

By dr_j_raymond|2016-12-13T05:19:25+00:00March 30th, 2012|Anxiety Treatment, Uncategorized|

Fear of success is often due to beliefs you have about having to choose between staying connected in relationships versus going on your path of personal success. Learn the secret to freeing yourself of that obstacle so that you can have both your individual success and your important relationships.

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How to make sure your gorgeous date asks you out again
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How to make sure your gorgeous date asks you out again

Anxiety therapy, Communication Problems

How to make sure your gorgeous date asks you out again

By dr_j_raymond|2016-12-13T05:19:25+00:00March 27th, 2012|Anxiety therapy, Communication Problems|

Do you want to know how to make sure to get your date to see you again? Learn how to put on your 3D emotional lens and check in with your traffic lights. Avoid miscommunication with crossed signals. Discover how you may be giving off red lights signals that put your date off, rather than the green lights that may turn them on.

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How to manage embarrassing moments

By dr_j_raymond|2016-12-13T05:19:25+00:00March 23rd, 2012|Uncategorized|

Wouldn't you love to have the ability to ride the waves of an embarrassing moment so that you didn't feel like disappearing? You can do that if you follow the tip in this video. It tells you why you get embarrassed so easily and shows you how to reevaluate the experience so you experience it as something positive rather than something to flee from.

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How gender differences in handling stress affects intimacy
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How gender differences in handling stress affects intimacy

Anxiety therapy, Intimacy, relationship issues, stress

How gender differences in handling stress affects intimacy

By dr_j_raymond|2017-09-13T18:26:39+00:00March 19th, 2012|Anxiety therapy, Intimacy, relationship issues, stress|

Stress makes it hard to make decisions that are based on sound judgment. Men and women use stress differently when making decision. Their varying strategies cause clashes and conflict that can get in the way of intimacy. Learn how to balance out the gender differences in handling stress during decision making times and get the best of both worlds, that promotes intimacy and strong bonds.

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Three ways to share your stuff without fear of upsetting loved ones.
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Three ways to share your stuff without fear of upsetting loved ones.

Anxiety therapy, Anxiety Treatment, Communication Problems, Intimacy, relationship issues

Three ways to share your stuff without fear of upsetting loved ones.

By dr_j_raymond|2017-09-11T17:31:47+00:00March 16th, 2012|Anxiety therapy, Anxiety Treatment, Communication Problems, Intimacy, relationship issues|

If you are afraid of your partner's reaction to what you may share, then you probably avoid communicating about important things until a crisis arises. Leaving it so late creates a bad reaction and makes you more afraid, putting you in a negative loop. Learn the 3 steps you need to take to stop the anticipated fear and come from a confident place, solving things together and strengthening your intimate connections.

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