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Laughter makes good things happen

June 18, 2009 By Dr. Katrina Wood

Three Stooges inspire laughter

In our ever-demanding world of work and achievement, it is so important to carve out time for fun. Fun? Yes! If you're not having fun, take some time to figure out why. Life gets pretty overwhelming, as we all know, not to mention serious. Take regular breaks from stress and worry -- just let your inner child out for a good old time. I don’t mean getting high or drunk. I mean some good … [Read more...]

Filed Under: good vibrations, healing Tagged With: family fun, media

It’s better to receive, sometimes

February 10, 2009 By Dr. Katrina Wood

acceptiing hands

We frequently are reminded of the need "to give" in our lives. Giving makes us feel better, more worthy, more noble. Heart-warming morality tales such as "The Giving Tree" and "A Christmas Carol" remind us of the transformations we can go experience when opening our hearts and thinking of others -- instead of, "So what's in it for me?" These sentiments go a long way toward developing our … [Read more...]

Filed Under: good vibrations, relationships

Take your daily dose of happiness

September 20, 2008 By Dr. Katrina Wood

Given all the stress and responsibility in our busy lives, it's important to remember to interrupt the day with little nurturing interventions that will serve us in a loving and gentle way. The happiness in our lives comes in part from the way we treat ourselves and expect to be treated by others. Here are some tips to help you get through your day with more self-care and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: good vibrations, self-help

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New video interview

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.

Business consulting

Dr. Katrina Wood offers business consulting services with a focus on assisting entrepreneurs with startup mental health group practices. General consulting and coaching in the workplace for optimum performance. Learn more.

About Dr. Katrina Wood

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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Couples intensive therapy

Wilshire/Valley Therapy Center's make-or-break sessions help couples get back on the love track … or enable them to move on. Katrina Wood, Ph.D., has developed these sessions and their content. Learn about the Couples Connect sessions.

Dr. Wood’s ‘Faerie’ tale

Children’s fantasy adventure : Katrina Wood’s “The Night of the Faerie Rade” is now available at Amazon. A wonderful gift for kids ages 6-10.

Dr. Wood at LACPA

View Katrina Wood's talk on suicide prevention at the L.A. County Psychological Association convention.

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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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