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Is Your Spouse a Narcissist—or Just a Jerk?

Is Your Spouse a Narcissist—or Just a Jerk?

by Steven Unruh | Jan 12, 2026 | Divorce, Narcissism

When One Word Changes Everything It usually starts with a late-night Google search. You’re lying awake, replaying the same arguments, the same blame-shifting, the same cold indifference. Your divorce feels harder than it should be—meaner, more exhausting, more...
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...
Why Narcissists Turn Divorce Into a War

Why Narcissists Turn Divorce Into a War

by Steven Unruh | Dec 15, 2025 | LA Mental Health Resources

You didn’t expect divorce to feel like this. You thought it would be hard—emotionally draining, financially stressful, and deeply personal. But you didn’t expect it to feel like a full-scale battle. Suddenly, every conversation becomes a fight. Every request turns...
7 Signs Your Marriage Is Over — And What to Do Next

7 Signs Your Marriage Is Over — And What to Do Next

by Steven Unruh | Dec 2, 2025 | LA Mental Health Resources

You don’t wake up one morning and suddenly realize your marriage is gone. It happens slowly, quietly, between rushed mornings and unfinished conversations. One day you catch yourself sitting in your car long after you’ve parked—because going inside feels heavier than...
The Narcissist’s Playbook: Manipulation Tactics Common in Divorce

The Narcissist’s Playbook: Manipulation Tactics Common in Divorce

by Steven Unruh | Nov 17, 2025 | LA Mental Health Resources

You knew divorce would be hard—but you didn’t expect this. One minute your spouse is charming and cooperative, the next they’re cold, cutting, and claiming you’re the unreasonable one. Friends hear one story; you’re living another. And as the legal process unfolds,...
What to Expect in Your First Mediation Session (and How to Prepare Emotionally)

What to Expect in Your First Mediation Session (and How to Prepare Emotionally)

by Steven Unruh | Nov 3, 2025 | LA Mental Health Resources

You never thought you’d be here—sitting across from your spouse, wondering how you’ll get through the end of your marriage without losing your sanity or your savings. Maybe you’ve heard about mediation, but you’re not sure what actually happens in that first session…...
Gaslighting During Divorce: How to Tell When You’re Being Manipulated

Gaslighting During Divorce: How to Tell When You’re Being Manipulated

by Steven Unruh | Oct 11, 2025 | LA Mental Health Resources

When the truth starts to blur, how do you know what’s real? You used to trust your instincts. You could tell when something was off. But lately—during this divorce—you’ve started to doubt everything.Your spouse tells you “You’re remembering it wrong,” or “You’re too...
Hiding Money in Divorce: Red Flags and What You Can Do About It

Hiding Money in Divorce: Red Flags and What You Can Do About It

by Steven Unruh | Oct 6, 2025 | LA Mental Health Resources

When You Start to Suspect Something’s Not Right You notice the numbers don’t add up. Bank statements stop arriving in the mail. There’s a “new” account you never heard of before. Suddenly, your spouse’s spending habits seem secretive — and your gut tells you...
Dealing With Betrayal: Moving Forward After Infidelity

Dealing With Betrayal: Moving Forward After Infidelity

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

When the Ground Disappears Beneath You You found the text message. Or maybe you overheard the late-night phone call. Suddenly, the life you thought you had—the marriage you trusted—wasn’t what it seemed. The person you relied on most has betrayed you. Your stomach...
5 Divorce Myths That Are Costing You Time, Money, and Sleep

5 Divorce Myths That Are Costing You Time, Money, and Sleep

by Steven Unruh | Sep 15, 2025 | LA Mental Health Resources

Divorce can feel like stepping into a storm without a map.You know you have big decisions to make — about your kids, your home, and your future — but everywhere you turn, you hear conflicting advice. Friends, family, and the internet all seem to have an opinion, and...
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