Patty Fiore

02/02/2025

.la

12/15/2024

11/17/2023

Patty Fiore Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. CEO of Next Step Counseling. For consultation, please contact my office at 310-400-3409.
psychology

11/02/2023

As a psychotherapist, I provide virtual therapy for individuals, couples, and workplace-related conflicts. With 18 years of experience, I help clients with issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, performance anxiety, and more. I use various approaches tailored to your needs, such as Systems Theory, CBT, Psychodynamic, and EMDR. Let's work together for your well-being and goals.

10/30/2023

Among the most common errors I've observed in couples I have worked with are unkindness in words and actions, insufficient communication, and a lack of willingness to embrace growth and improvement.

If you find yourself trapped in such a situation, I extend an invitation to schedule a consultation with me, during which we can explore strategies for nurturing both personal and relational development. 🗣️

10/26/2023

Disregarding the emotional needs of our loved ones and employing silent treatment tactics can be regarded as subtle forms of emotional abuse. During these moments, we inadvertently break the very connection that binds us, causing a deterioration of trust and emotional wellbeing for both parties.

Fostering healthy relationships necessitates the consistent acknowledgment and discussion of emotions, even when faced with adversity, as this remains essential for nurturing enduring bonds.

10/26/2023

Although people have the potential for growth in various aspects of life, it's important not to fall in love solely based on that potential. Otherwise, they may become a project. Instead, if you wish to sustain the relationship, embrace your partner as they are today and maintain realistic expectations for their future.

10/25/2023

Intellectual conversations are essential for deepening the connection between individuals because they stimulate critical thinking, foster mutual understanding, and provide an opportunity to explore each other's thoughts and values. Engaging in such discussions not only strengthens the emotional bond but also allows partners to connect on a deeper, intellectual level, enhancing the overall quality of their relationship.

10/25/2023

Enhancing intimacy in your relationship involves genuine compliments and expressing attraction, focusing on pleasure over performance, open communication about preferences and boundaries, exploring fantasies, investing in foreplay, and nurturing a strong emotional bond.

10/25/2023

To foster a strong and healthy relationship, it's essential to create emotional safety, respect each other's needs, encourage vulnerability, keep expectations realistic, address conflicts promptly, and openly engage in uncomfortable conversations.