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When Father’s Day Brings Mixed Emotions After Divorce

When Father’s Day Brings Mixed Emotions After Divorce

by Steven Unruh | May 31, 2026 | LA Mental Health Resources

Father’s Day is supposed to be a celebration. Yet for many people navigating separation or divorce, the holiday can feel surprisingly heavy. Maybe you’re a father who won’t see your children on Father’s Day this year. Maybe you’re a...
The Mental Load and Divorce: When Unequal Responsibilities Lead to Separation

The Mental Load and Divorce: When Unequal Responsibilities Lead to Separation

by Steven Unruh | May 18, 2026 | LA Mental Health Resources

It usually starts with something small. One spouse reminds the kids about dentist appointments, notices the milk is almost gone, signs the school permission slip, schedules the plumber, buys the birthday gift, and remembers that soccer practice was moved to Thursday....
When One Parent Is a Narcissist: How to Protect Your Child Without Escalating Conflict

When One Parent Is a Narcissist: How to Protect Your Child Without Escalating Conflict

by Steven Unruh | May 4, 2026 | LA Mental Health Resources

The Night Everything Shifted It usually starts quietly. A child comes home from the other parent’s house and says something that doesn’t quite add up. A subtle jab. A confusing statement. Maybe even a hurtful accusation that sounds strangely adult. You pause,...
Signs Your Child Is Struggling After Divorce — and What to Do Early

Signs Your Child Is Struggling After Divorce — and What to Do Early

by Steven Unruh | Feb 23, 2026 | LA Mental Health Resources

At first, it’s subtle. Your child says they’re “fine.” But something feels different. Maybe they’re quieter. Maybe they’re angrier. Maybe their teacher emails about slipping grades. You tell yourself it’s just an adjustment period. But what if it’s more than that? If...
How to Tell If Your Partner Is a Narcissist — Without Overreacting

How to Tell If Your Partner Is a Narcissist — Without Overreacting

by Steven Unruh | Feb 10, 2026 | LA Mental Health Resources

You replay the conversation in your head for the tenth time. You were calm. You were reasonable. And somehow, you still walked away feeling confused, blamed, and unsure of your own memory. Later that night, you Google: “Is my partner a narcissist?” Then you hesitate....
How to Decide If Divorce Is the Right Choice in the New Year

How to Decide If Divorce Is the Right Choice in the New Year

by Steven Unruh | Dec 29, 2025 | LA Mental Health Resources

The new year brings a sense of possibility. Resolutions are made, fresh starts are imagined, and you might find yourself asking a question that feels impossible: Is it time to end my marriage? You’re not alone. Many people begin the year feeling stuck in a...
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