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For the love of pets

July 9, 2019 By Dr. Katrina Wood

animals boost mental health

Bringing home a new puppy just makes our hearts melt. We break into laughter, sometimes with tears of joy, as this new little family member wiggles and wags everywhere, licking everyone with sheer happiness, eager to be hugged, petted and most of all to play. Puppies, kittens, rabbits, reptiles, pot belly pigs, horses, guinea pigs ... whatever your choice, these animals can play a profound role … [Read more...]

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

It’s so nice to go traveling …

May 29, 2019 By Dr. Katrina Wood

travel by train

There's something about getting on a train: Setting your luggage on the rack above you, settling into your window seat, hearing the report of a smoky whistle while setting off on an adventure to your chosen destination. Whether traveling on a vacation, a weekend getaway with your lover/spouse, or a day trip to visit a friend, there is nothing as romantic or relaxing as going by rail. The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: good vibrations Tagged With: family fun, holidays

Summer’s here — so are the hotheads!

July 2, 2015 By Dr. Katrina Wood

Air travel for summer vacation

Summer has finally arrived, conjuring up all manner of fun, relaxation and, of course, vacation adventures. In today's fast-paced world, people sometimes forget that the journey to our destination -- for our well-deserved and much-needed breaks -- is supposed to be part of the fun. But it doesn't always work out that way, does it?! Traveling, even for good times, often sets the stage for … [Read more...]

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

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

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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