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The Difference Between “Difficult” and “Narcissistic”

by Steven Unruh | Sep 8, 2026 | Divorce, Narcissism

You’ve called your spouse impossible more times than you can count. Selfish. Controlling. Maybe even a narcissist, if you’ve spent any time on social media lately. But here’s the question that keeps you up at night: is your spouse actually a...
Social Media and Divorce: What You Post Can Be Used Against You

Social Media and Divorce: What You Post Can Be Used Against You

by Steven Unruh | Aug 24, 2026 | Divorce

It started with a single Facebook post. A woman going through a difficult divorce shared a photo from a girls’ weekend in Chicago—smiling, laughing, holding a cocktail. To her, it was one night of much-needed relief from months of stress. To her husband’s...
Divorcing a Narcissist? 10 Mistakes You Should Avoid

Divorcing a Narcissist? 10 Mistakes You Should Avoid

by Steven Unruh | Aug 10, 2026 | Divorce, Narcissism

You thought getting divorced would be difficult. You may not have expected it to feel like a battle over every conversation, decision, document, and dollar. One day, you’re simply trying to move forward with your life. The next, you’re responding to accusations,...
The Biggest Mistakes People Make During Divorce (And How to Avoid Them)

The Biggest Mistakes People Make During Divorce (And How to Avoid Them)

by Steven Unruh | Jul 27, 2026 | LA Mental Health Resources

Divorce Doesn’t Have to Become the Biggest Regret of Your Life Most people don’t expect the hardest part of divorce to be the decisions they make in the middle of it. One conversation turns into an argument. A text message is sent in anger. Someone refuses...

How to Tell Your Spouse You Want a Divorce

by Steven Unruh | Jul 14, 2026 | LA Mental Health Resources

A Compassionate Guide to Having the Hardest Conversation You may have rehearsed the conversation in your head a hundred times. Maybe you’ve imagined saying the words over dinner, during a walk, or after the kids are asleep. But every time you get close, fear...
10 Signs It’s Time to Consider Divorce (And How to Know for Sure)

10 Signs It’s Time to Consider Divorce (And How to Know for Sure)

by Steven Unruh | Jun 29, 2026 | Divorce

Have you ever caught yourself wondering, “Is this just a rough season… or is my marriage really over?” Then, almost immediately, you push the thought away. Maybe things will get better. Maybe you’re expecting too much. Maybe this is just what...

When Political Differences Become Relationship Deal Breakers

by Steven Unruh | Jun 15, 2026 | LA Mental Health Resources

Have you ever looked across the dinner table at your spouse and wondered, When did we become opponents instead of partners? Maybe a political discussion started as a simple disagreement but slowly grew into something much bigger. Conversations became arguments....
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,...
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