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OLIVER DRAKEFORD THERAPY BLOG

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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the FeelinGS Wheel PDF: Enhancing Emotional intelligence
The Feeling Wheel PDF is a breakthrough tool for gaining insight into your emotions. Get a free download in this post
Oliver Drakeford, LMFT CGP
Jun 1, 20249 min read
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Enmeshment in Marriage and Couples Therapy: Differentiation of Self:
In this blog post, we will explore the concepts of differentiation of self and enmeshment in marriage and rcouples therapy. I’m a...
Oliver Drakeford, LMFT CGP
May 31, 202412 min read
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Gay Relationship Advice: Navigating Age-Gap Relationships
I’ve been an LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapist for nearly ten years, and quite often, the topic of age differences comes up with my single...
Oliver Roberts
May 29, 202410 min read
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Top 5 Tools For Emotional Intelligence and Communication Skills
These are my Top 5 Tools For Emotional Intelligence and Communication Skills. We all kind of know what Emotional intelligence (EQ) is -...
Oliver Roberts
May 28, 202411 min read
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Thoughts on Psychoanalytic Theory and Anxiety
Understanding Anxiety and How Psychodynamic Therapy Can Help Anxiety is a common mental health issue that affects millions of people...
Oliver Roberts
May 22, 20247 min read
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