Estes Therapy - San Diego

06/19/2023

Therapist Reading Recommendation: Codependent No More by Melody Beattie

06/14/2023

Joe is one of our excellent licensed therapists here at Estes Therapy. He works with couples and individuals both in-person and virtually!

To book with Joe, follow the link in our bio or call our Estes number (619) 558-0001 and get scheduled today!

06/06/2023

Relationship Doubts - Is it normal to have second thoughts?

Relationships grow and change over time. It is normal to pause and question your relationship. Taking time to reflect on your relationship gives you the opportunity to examine your values and needs, and what you need in a relationship to get your needs met and live in alignment with your values.

It is absolutely normal to have relationship doubts - but at what point is it a sign that you need change? And at what point is that change a breakup?

06/02/2023

Estes Therapy is excited to announce we have another Doctor in the house!!

Ida's dedication, hard work, and commitment to her profession has paid off, and she has earned this well-deserved recognition. We are incredibly proud to have her as part of our team, and we look forward to seeing her continued contributions to our organization.

To book with Ida, follow the link in our bio or call our Estes number (619) 558-0001 and get scheduled today!

05/30/2023

Interested in learning more about codependency? Here is a video that dives into what is codependency and what to do to stop the pattern. Sarah O'Leary and Lauryn Plush discuss the matter and give tips on what to do.
https://youtu.be/GFGs0S06hJs

05/30/2023

Burnout - How to spot it and what to do next

Burnout – How to spot it and what to do next:

Burnout has been on the rise and heavily influenced by COVID and its effects. Learn to spot the signs in order to take action to combat burnout.

05/23/2023

Increase Happiness by Incorporating the 5 Pillars of Happiness

Increase Happiness by Incorporating the 5 Pillars:

Now that you know what the 5 pillars of happiness are (Dr Seligman's PERMA model), learn practical strategies on how to incorporate them into everyday life.

05/16/2023

Help! I Can’t Get My Partner to Communicate with Me!

Have you ever had one of those periods in your relationship where it feels like you and your partner can’t communicate about anything without it turning into a fight? Or maybe you’re struggling to get any meaningful response from your partner? Or perhaps you’re finding yourself getting irritated every time your partner talks to you. You are certainly not alone!

Have you ever felt like yelling at your partner "Just communicate with me!" Well, you are not alone. Most, if not all, couples will fall into

05/09/2023

Can Phone Apps Improve My Relationship?

Can Phone Apps Improve My Relationship?

Follow the link to our blog to learn more:

We constantly have our phones on us and use them for an assortment of tasks and entertainment. Can phone apps improve my relationship? Check it out!

05/03/2023

What do if you have past toxic relationships

Alert! This video is all about having a history of Toxic Relationships. Your heart has scars on it because of the rollercoaster of emotions. These can impact how you react in your current relationships. Here is a quick video of Jennine Estes sharing tips on what to do. https://youtu.be/vxBZGi91ASA

Do you have a history with toxic relationships and you want to protect your current relationship? Jennine Estes Powell, a LIcensed Marriage and Family Therap...

05/02/2023

Women threatening to leave: Saying "go" when you really mean "stay"

Sometimes leaving during a fight allows you time to cool off and return when level heads prevail. But threatening to go as a way to get back at your partner is never a good idea! Especially when you just say, “I’m sick of this; I’m leaving!” Are you leaving for 10 minutes? Are you breaking up with or divorcing your partner? Your partner may not know what you’re talking about, and it’s hurtful.

Follow the link to our blog to read more on how threatening to leave during a fight can damage your relationship:

When your partner is threatening to leave the relationship, you might scream "Go" when you should be fighting for it instead. Advice how not to leave me

04/28/2023

Estes Therapist is excited to introduce you to one of our new associate therapists, Dana Sockolov!!

Dana's mission is to help you gain the tools to get through feelings of anxiety, depression, loss, life transitions, and overwhelm.

Dana is available on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays in our Mission Valley and Oceanside offices.

To book with Dana, follow the link in our bio or call our Estes number (619) 558-0001, and we will schedule you today!

04/25/2023

Conflict - What’s Attachment Got to Do With It?

As humans, we are wired to bond with others throughout our lifetime. These are referred to as attachment bonds. You might be most familiar with this regarding parent-child relationships, but they also occur in our other significant relationships (family, significant others, close friends). When our attachment needs are being threatened, separation distress occurs. This is when people typically get sucked into that negative cycle - the conflict.

Check out our blog to learn more:

What do you think of when you hear the word “attachment” or “attached”? For some, this word has positive connotations and reminds them of the bond between

04/18/2023

Top Apps to Help You Build Self-Esteem

Top Apps for Improving Self-Esteem:

With high self-esteem we are more inclined to make better decisions, take better care of ourselves, and explore our full potential.

04/11/2023

Dads and Miscarriage: Check in on the dads

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Although it is not October, it is still important to check in on the dads and bring awareness to the impacts miscarriages have on dads.

Follow the link to learn more about the impacts miscarriages have on dads:

Dads and miscarriage have a unique grief experience, which sometimes can feel overlooked as often the story of loss comes from the mom's perspective.

04/04/2023

Different Types of Therapists - Which one is right for me?

There are several types of therapists, and it can be hard to know which is right for you.

Check out our blog post to learn more about who the right therapist is for you:

With all these different types of therapists, finding the right match for you is hard! We've put together a list of terms to help inform you.

03/28/2023

5 Tips for Dealing with Anxiety and Relationship Doubts

When it comes to anxiety and relationships, it can be tough to know what’s normal and what’s not. It’s common to experience doubts and worries in a relationship, but if those doubts start to take over your life, they can become a serious problem. If you’re struggling with anxiety and relationship doubts, read our blog to learn five tips for dealing with anxiety and relationship doubts:

https://estestherapy.com/5-tips-for-dealing-with-anxiety-and-relationship-doubts/

Follow the link to check out more of our blogs, and if you're looking to find a therapist, you can schedule with us online or give us a call!

When it comes to anxiety and relationships, it can be tough to know what's normal and what's not. It's common to experience doubts and worries in a

03/21/2023

Codependency Counseling

Do you get exhausted trying to deal with other people’s issues all the time? Do you feel like you get taken advantage of by certain people in your life or as if you always absorb others’ feelings? If you recognize any of these habits, you may have an issue with codependency.

https://estestherapy.com/codependency-counseling-san-diego/

Follow the link to check out more of our blogs, and if you're looking to find a therapist, you can schedule with us online or give us a call!

Find yourself again with codependency counseling in San Diego. Learn to have successful relationships without feeling resentful or overlooked

03/16/2023

In​ ​love,​ ​mistakes​ ​are​ ​inevitable.​ ​We​ ​all​ ​sometimes​ ​miss​ ​our​ ​loved​ ​ones’​ ​call​ ​for closeness.

03/15/2023

Therapist Reading Recommendation:
Daring Greatly by Brené Brown

03/14/2023

Feeling Disconnected from Your Partner? Check out our tips

Feeling Disconnected from Your Partner? 3 Actionable Tips to Rebuild Intimacy and Connection in Your Relationship:

https://estestherapy.com/feeling-disconnected-rebuild-intimacy/

Follow the link to check out more of our blogs, and if you're looking to find a therapist, you can schedule with us online or give us a call!

Have you been feeling disconnected with your partner? Check out our actionable tips on how to rebuild intimacy and feel more connected.

03/07/2023

Break Up Counseling: When to reach out for help

Breakups are never easy, no matter how many you have been through, and no two break-ups are the same. Break-up counseling can help you identify the root of your hurt and move you toward a place of acceptance and healing.

https://estestherapy.com/break-up-counseling/

Follow the link to check out more of our blogs, and if you're looking to find a therapist, you can schedule with us online or give us a call!

Breaking up is hard to do - we're here to help you through this life transition and all that comes with it through our break up counseling.

03/02/2023

When Shame Shows Up (Part 4): Recover with Positive Reminders !!

Identify what leads to internal self-flagellation. Was it poor performance at work? Did someone say something that triggered it? This is your opportunity to do something different. You had a “not-so-good feeling,” and now it is time to help you recover. Change your thoughts around. Turn “I am not good enough” to “I am enough” People in your life choose to be in it because they care and you are enough.

Therapist Tip: If you were triggered by an action or lack of action on your part, write down some things you love about yourself - anything from “I make great grilled cheese to “I am a great listener.”

02/23/2023

Free Community Event: San Diego, CA

DOGS OF DOWNTOWN
@ Fault Line Park
Sat, February 25, 2023
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Follow to learn more about this upcoming event!👇
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dogs-of-downtown-tickets-529985198997?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

02/09/2023

Sarah is one of our amazing associate therapists here at Estes Therapy - San Diego. She works with teens, couples, and individuals virtually and in person!

Follow our link to schedule with her today https://estestherapy.com/therapists/sarah-oleary/

02/08/2023

How Addiction impacts the relationship and what to do about it

Addiction has a big impact on relationships. Did you know that couples counseling won't be able to help until the addiction is no longer in the driver's seat? Learn more about how addiction impacts relationships.

Did you know that couples counseling won't be effective if you have an active addiction? Learn how various addictions impact the relationship by San Diego th...

02/07/2023

Often times, opinion-based arguments can result in a stalemate. Look below the surface for the feelings at play. Take your partner’s perspective: What are they probably feeling? Empathize with your words, “I imagine that when ___ happens, it feels ___ because ___. Am I close?”
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02/02/2023

" Hot s*x doesn’t lead to secure love; rather, secure attachment leads to hot s*x—and also to love that lasts " - Sue Eric Johnson

Check out our website for more amazing book recommendations ! https://estestherapy.com/product-category/affiliate-products/

01/26/2023

Free Community Events In San Diego, CA !!!

MIC DROP COMEDY CLUB
Fri, January 27, 2023,
9:30 PM – 11:30 PM

Follow to learn more about this upcoming event:👇
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/late-night-at-mic-drop-comedy-tickets-523194277167?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

01/24/2023

Check this book out ⏬
The Body is Not an Apology
by Sonya Renee Taylor McCauley Tilley

Follow the link to our website to find more recommended readings!! https://estestherapy.com/product-category/affiliate-products/

01/21/2023

Doing Dishes Is the Worst

Do you fight about the dishes? OMG! It can be so frustrating. Fun Fact: "Dishwashing causes more relationship distress than any other household task."

This was a great read: https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2018/04/doing-dishes-is-the-worst/557087/

This is now an empirically proven fact. Dishwashing causes more relationship distress than any other household task.

01/21/2023

Meet the Team!!

Drew is one of our outstanding Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist here at Estes Therapy. He works with couples, individuals and adolescents virtually.

01/20/2023

This week I want to challenge you to really listen to what your partner is sharing. Set down what you are doing, put your phone down and listen to understand what they share with you.

Practice summarizing and asking questions to ensure you understand what they are sharing. Your partner will be left feeling heard and validated, and this could potentially lead to deeper conversation and connection!!

01/18/2023

When our partners are expressing distress, it is common to go into “problem-solving” mode. Problem-solving comes from a good place. It focuses on the “content” and often leaves our partners not feeling “heard” or understood. Acknowledging our partners' emotions is often the way to “fix it”

01/12/2023

About Emotionally Focused Therapy with Jennine Estes

We love EFT. Jennine Estes and Lauryn Plush talk about Emotionally Focused Therapy.

Curious about EFT? Jennine Estes and Lauryn Plush, your San Diego Marriage Therapists, talk about Emotionally Focused Therapy in couples counseling. Jennine ...

01/08/2023

Storming Out of Fights: Here's Why You Should Stop

Do you leave during a fight? Slam a door? Walk away? This article will help you understand why you need to stop storming out of fights.

Storming out of fights can damage your relationship and make your partner feel abandoned. Here is some advice about what to do instead.

12/20/2022

How to find In-Person Counseling in San Diego

We have in-person and telehealth sessions available for you. Here are a few tips to finding the best in-person therapist for your specific needs.

Here are steps on how to find the best fit therapist for in-person counseling in San Diego. Get tips and strategies from Estes Therapy.

08/04/2022

5 things more important than s*x in a relationship, according to marriage counselors

S*x is important in relationships, but there are 5 things that should also be on your radar. Jennine Estes is quoted in the article. Check it out. https://www.insider.com/guides/health/s*x-relationships/how-important-is-s*x-in-a-relationship
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S*x has a key role in many relationships, but quality time, positive interactions, and respect may do more to strengthen your bond over time.

07/31/2022

It's now easier to call Estes Therapy - San Diego.

It's now easier to call Estes Therapy - San Diego.