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When talk therapy may not be enough

January 2, 2024 By Dr. Katrina Wood

psychotherapy

Research shows that a combination of medication and “talk” therapy provides the best outcome in treatment of depression, anxiety and some other mental health issues. While this may not be the case for everybody, there is enough evidence to support this combination as being optimal for wellness. There is a case for alternative forms of therapy that may not require medication, particularly for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: depression, healing Tagged With: panic & fear

Trauma on the world stage

November 16, 2023 By Dr. Katrina Wood

trauma and world events

Israel. Gaza. Ukraine. Violent divisive protests across the globe. Rising antisemitism. A killer hurricane on Mexico’s Pacific Coast. Threats of nuclear war. Of late, the world has seen an unprecedented series of events evoking trauma states within individuals. These traumas manifest in various ways. Some overtly. Others subtle or hidden. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is not only … [Read more...]

Filed Under: healing, stress and trauma Tagged With: childhood trauma, mourning & grief

Finally fall: season of wonder, beginnings

September 21, 2023 By Dr. Katrina Wood

boy enjoys autumn

Leaves begin to flutter down. A welcome familiar chill in the air hits us from behind, when we least expect it. We smile. It feels good. We're reminded that fall has arrived ... and isn’t it about time! Autumn (as most of the world calls the season) with its cooler breezes, smells of apple cider and hints of excitement. We enter with a promise of renewal and change. A new grade for school … [Read more...]

Filed Under: good vibrations

Coming home: the LGBTQ teen

April 20, 2023 By Dr. Katrina Wood

LGBTQ

Some of the biggest challenges parents face are with LGBTQ teens. Despite significant progress made in society regarding sexual preferences and alternative genders, there continue to exist stigmas and judgments. Most are based on fear, ignorance and outright discrimination. If your teen grows to become part of the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer) community, you need to be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: children, parenting Tagged With: teenagers

Boys and girls: A different way of thinking

March 5, 2023 By Dr. Katrina Wood

teenage communication

Science tells us that boys and girls have marked distinctions and differences. Neither better nor worse. Neither good nor bad. Nonetheless these distinctions have significant impacts on how they walk in the world. For example, it often seems girls are more adept than boys at thoughtful communication. There are good reasons for this: Scientists and psychologists long have known that girls’ … [Read more...]

Filed Under: children, parenting Tagged With: teenagers

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In January 2025, Rachael Lassoff of Meddkit, above, interviewed Dr. Katrina Wood for her "Provider Spotlight" series. They discussed trauma, healing and the power of communication. Listen in.

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Southern California psychotherapistKatrina Wood is an author, lecturer and certified life coach focusing on psychotherapy and emotional healing. She lives in Los Angeles, where she runs the Wilshire/Valley psychotherapy center. ( More )

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This blog discusses psychotherapy issues in a general way. Readers should address pressing concerns via their personal-growth support system. Some problems covered here are best handled directly by mental health providers.

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