Venustraphobia: The Fear of Beautiful Women… Is it Real or Fake?
Everyone has something that they are afraid of. We all know someone who will run across the room and jump...
Shannon V. McHugh, PsyD
Dr. Shannon McHugh is a Licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist in Los Angeles, California. She specializes in assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults who have developmental and social delays, behavioral difficulties, and those who have experienced traumatic events
The Modern Brady Brunch: 6 Tips for How to Win When Blending Families
If you grew up sometime between the sixties and the two-thousands, you’ve probably heard the very catchy theme song for...
How to Break Up with My Therapist
Seeing a therapist can be beneficial in many ways; when you have a trusted relationship with a mental health professional,...
Can Stress Be Good for You?
Whether it’s getting to work on time, crushing your tasks when you get there, beating the drive time traffic home,...
Being your Authentic Self: The Complexity of Sexuality
One of life’s greatest journeys as humans travel through development is determining who they will become. There are many ways...
FOMO: How to Live Your Best Life
Humans thrive on socialization and connection with other people; having a strong sense of community with people who have similar...
What to Do When Stress is Overwhelming
Stress is a feeling that many people experience day to day when their lives don’t go as easy as they...
Depression in Transgender Teens
While feelings of sadness, worthlessness, and feeling left out of social situations are common experiences for most teens, teenagers who...
How Experiences in Nature Benefit Children
In a world of video games, television, and social media, there has been a cultural shift in the way our...