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OLIVER DRAKEFORD THERAPY BLOG


Anxiety Kit: Free Therapist-Made Tools You Can Use Today (+ Printable)
Anxiety is so much more than extreme stress or a physical reaction - the fight, flight or freeze response. It's a much more complex...
Oliver Roberts
Aug 88 min read


Why Positive Affirmations For Anxiety Fail
If you're searching for positive affirmations for anxiety r elief, you might be surprised to learn that the very affirmations you're...
Oliver Roberts
Jun 185 min read


Does Everyone Have AnxietY? The ten laws that You Should Know.
Does everyone have anxiety, or are you the only one struggling with constant worry? You've probably noticed how anxiety seems everywhere...

Oliver Drakeford, LMFT CGP
Jun 107 min read


What Are My anxiety triggers worksheet
Symptoms of anxiety don't just appear out of nowhere. Behind every anxious feeling anxiety attack or anxiety symptoms lies a...

Oliver Drakeford, LMFT CGP
Jun 112 min read


Finding The Best Couples Therapy Near You -Los Angeles
Are you typing "couples therapist near me" into your search bar, feeling the weight of relationship challenges and hoping to find local,...
Oliver Roberts
Apr 294 min read


Depression Therapy Los Angeles: Beyond Medication
Medication can and is absolutely an important option when it comes to treating depression, but as a clinician who provides depression...
Oliver Roberts
Mar 234 min read


Masculinity, Mental health and Therapy for men
As a psychotherapist based in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, I've spent nearly a decade providing therapy for men and personally exploring...
Oliver Roberts
Mar 234 min read


Anxiety Therapy West Hollywood: How To Stop Worrying And Overthinking
Worry, overthinking, and anxiety are often used interchangeably, but realizing that worry is not your friend has helped many of my...
Oliver Roberts
Mar 39 min read


adhd treatment for adults- West hollywood, CA
In my years of working with adults with ADHD, I've come to realize just how complex and misunderstood this condition really is. Between...
Oliver Roberts
Feb 275 min read


Exploring the Benefits of EMDR Therapy for Anxiety: What You Need to Know
Anxiety disorders can be debilitating, affecting various aspects of daily life. For many, traditional therapies have not provided the...
Oliver Roberts
Oct 8, 20244 min read


Parenting Styles: A Comprehensive Guide to Raising Healthy, Happy Kids
Parenting is a complex and multifaceted endeavor, with many approaches and philosophies to navigate. From the well-known "tiger parents"...
Oliver Roberts
Sep 30, 20245 min read


Understanding Psychological DefenseS & THE DEFENSE MechanisM WORKSHEET
A Deeper Dive into the Unconscious Mind When we think about defense mechanisms, we often imagine a psychological shield—a way to protect...
Oliver Roberts
Sep 15, 20247 min read


The Ultimate Non Monogamy Chart: Mapping Modern Love Beyond Monogamy
If you can’t tell your polycules from your primaries, or if you're wondering whether you're polycurious or just polysaturated, you're in...
Oliver Roberts
Sep 4, 20247 min read


the dangers of social media: Teens Hooked on Short FoRm Videos?
Short-form video content like TikTok and YouTube Shorts are reported to be increasing sleep problems and social anxiety in teen consumers

Oliver Drakeford, LMFT CGP
Sep 2, 20247 min read


Free Relationship Advice: Life Lessons for Couples
I've been a therapist for nearly a decade, helping countless couples, parents, and families navigate their most challenging relationship...
Oliver Roberts
Aug 31, 202414 min read


What to Do When Your Teenager Won't Talk to You: 10 Expert Tips
If you're a parent to a teen or tween, it can be frustrating and worrying when your once-talkative child suddenly becomes a tight-lipped...

Oliver Drakeford, LMFT CGP
Aug 22, 20247 min read


The Summer 2024 LGBTQ Newsletter Update
As summer 2024 draws to a close, it's time to reflect on some of the most significant moments in our LGBTQ newsletter. From historic...
Oliver Roberts
Aug 13, 20246 min read


Dating and dealing with emotionally immature people
If you're sick of dating emotionally immature people, or perhaps you're already in a relationship with someone you think is emotionally...

Oliver Drakeford, LMFT CGP
Aug 5, 20246 min read


Couples Therapy: How to Stop Arguments In Relationships
As a couples therapist, a lot of couples come to see me for marriage counseling, hoping to reduce conflict in their relationships and...
Oliver Roberts
Jul 20, 202410 min read


Helicopter Parenting Effects: KIDS and Young Adults.
These are 20 ways helicopter parenting affects children and young adults.

Oliver Drakeford, LMFT CGP
Jun 10, 202413 min read
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