Family relationships are supposed to provide love and support, but sometimes they can become harmful. Insights from Dr. Dana McNeil, PsyD, LMFT was featured in an article, offering expert advice ..read more

Shame and guilt are emotions that can significantly shape the dynamics of a relationship. In an article feature on The Good Men Project, Dr. Dana McNeil, a licensed marriage and ..read more

Pheromones, often referred to as nature’s silent communicators, are chemical messengers that influence behavior among members of the same species. In humans, their role, especially in sexual attraction, has been ..read more

In a recent article feature by Kyle Benson, the complex roles of shame and guilt in romantic relationships take center stage, highlighting how these emotions can either strengthen or strain ..read more

Navigating the complexities of couples therapy requires more than a skillset rooted in traditional individual therapy approaches. According to Dr. Dana McNeil PsyD, LMFT, a seasoned couples Gottman-trained therapist, success ..read more

Expressing love isn’t always straightforward, especially when your efforts don’t seem to resonate with your partner. Everyone has their own way of giving and receiving love, so discovering how your ..read more

A Reddit user, whom we’ll call Sofia, shared her story about being married to a man who was overly coddled by his mother, causing strain in their relationship. Raised in ..read more

In the recent KFI AM 640 show, host Dr. Wendy Walsh invited our very own Dr. Dana McNeil, PsyD, LMFT to delve into the often-overlooked topic of gray divorce. As ..read more

When couples sit down for therapy, they often bring with them a host of challenges that can really test their relationship. One of the toughest is gaslighting. You might’ve heard the term tossed around a lot lately, especially online. Gaslighting is used to describe someone in a relationship making their partner doubt their own memories and perceptions. Our very own Dr. Dana McNeil, PsyD, LMFT, a Gottman-trained relationship therapist with years of experience in the field, sees this kind of behavior all the time in her San Diego practice. Featured in one of The Gottman Institute articles, Dr ..read more

Ever had that great first date and you’re keen to see where things go, but then you later found yourself in an unpredictable trickle of contact? They reach out just enough to pique your interest—sending a quick message or suggesting a casual meet-up—before vanishing once more. This can make you feel bewildered and a bit let down. But this confusing pattern of engagement that’s minimal and inconsistent has a name– it’s called ‘breadcrumbing’. This behavioral pattern in dating and relationships has been frequently discussed in real-life experiences it’s also making rounds on social media like Ti ..read more