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Couples Therapy in San Diego: How It Can Help You Reconnect and Heal
Couple’s therapy focuses on improving communication, resolving conflict, and fostering stronger connections between partners.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Sep 297 min read


Feeling Stuck in Life in Your 30s? Here’s What You’re Not Being Told
By the time we hit our 30s, many of us expect to have checked at least a few boxes when it comes to education, careers, relationships, marriage and kids. And when you haven't checked as many boxes as you thought you would have, it can feel like you’re falling behind or spinning your wheels.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Sep 85 min read


How to Maintain Mental Health While Rushing for Greek Life
Finding balance is crucial, not just for success in Greek life, but for overall well-being in college. Read this blog for strategies to help maintain mental health during the rush process.

Jade Brier
Jul 295 min read


A Teen Therapist’s Guide to Helping Your Kid Survive the College Launch
A teen therapist's guide to helping you and your kid survive the college launch. How to support your teen through the college transition using connection, not control. Trusting your kid to rise—and trusting yourself to step back without falling apart.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Jul 225 min read


Parenting a Depressed Teen
Teenagers are emotional by design. But depression is different. It's not just being “moody” or sleeping in on weekends. It's like someone hit the dimmer switch on their entire life. Your once chatty kid might now communicate in grunts. The honor roll student starts failing chemistry. The soccer lover suddenly has zero interest in lacing up cleats. Keep reading to learn the difference between the typical teenage years and clinical depression.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Jun 165 min read


"I graduated...Now What?" Why the Post-College Job Hunt Feels So Overwhelming for Gen Z
Graduating from college can feel overwhelming for Gen Z students facing an uncertain job market and pressure to succeed. Therapy can help young adults navigate anxiety, build confidence, and take empowered steps forward.

Jade Brier
Jun 94 min read


“It’s Not Just Puppy Love”: Supporting Your Teen or College Student Through a Breakup
Breakups are messy. They’re painful. They’re also a deeply human experience that builds emotional resilience. If you approach your teen or young adult with empathy, patience, and a willingness to walk beside them—not lecture from ahead—you’ll help them learn one of life’s most valuable skills: how to grieve, heal, and grow stronger on the other side.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Jun 25 min read


How to Survive Your First Year of College: A Guide for Students and Parents
The first year of college comes with big changes, living away from home, new routines, and emotional ups and downs. This blog offers practical tips for students adjusting to campus life and guidance for parents supporting them through the transition.

Jade Brier
May 265 min read


How Parents Can Help Their Teen Pick the Right College: A San Diego Parent’s Guide
Help your teen choose the right college in San Diego with tips on location, dorm life, and mental health impact.
Kelly McCullough, LCSW
Apr 810 min read


A Guide to Finding the Right Online Therapist for Your Teen
If you’re on a mission to find an online therapist for your teen, keep reading.

Christina Faddoul-Lucero, LMFT
Jan 174 min read
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