Simi Psychological Group

01/22/2026

Finding the right therapist can make a big difference in how supported you feel. 💬✨ Therapy should feel like a good fit, not another stressor.

Our Porter Ranch therapists share five helpful things to look for when choosing a therapist:
https://simipsychologicalgroup.com/5-questions-to-ask-before-choosing-a-porter-ranch-therapist/

01/21/2026

Lots of couples feel discouraged when intimacy starts to fade. It’s often connected to stress, communication, and emotional closeness, not just the physical side of a relationship.

Here’s a few reasons intimacy can feel harder over time:
💛 Emotional distance or feeling more like roommates
💬 Avoiding conversations about needs or desires
🛑 Not feeling fully safe to be open or vulnerable
⚡ Different levels of desire between partners
😔 Stress, exhaustion, or daily pressure
🤷‍♀️ Intimacy feeling too routine or predictable

These challenges are common and often repairable. With honest convos and renewed emotional connection, couples can rebuild closeness in a healthier, more meaningful way.

Read what one of our marriage counselors in Simi Valley shares about reconnecting and restoring intimacy. 💙

Simi Valley couples therapist shares why many couples struggle with sexual intimacy and how to strengthen your relationship again.

01/20/2026

Meet Natalia Gomez, AMFT, one of our thoughtful and reassuring therapists 💙

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and Natalia helps make that process feel more comfortable from the very beginning.

Learn more about Natalia and the therapy services she offers in Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, and the surrounding areas. 🪷
https://simipsychologicalgroup.com/about/natalia-gomez-amft-apcc/

01/19/2026

Today, we honor Dr. King's dream by building stronger bridges in our own families and communities through kind words, real listening, and sharing our true feelings. ❤️ It takes small steps to understand each other and to create more compassion and connection.🌱

Learn more about how our mental health services can help communities thrive in Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Porter Ranch, and nearby areas. 🪷🌟
https://simipsychologicalgroup.com/services/

01/17/2026

Emotional co-regulation is a gentle way for both parents and kids to calm down together 🫂. It helps your child feel safe while teaching them how to handle big emotions. Here are a few tips you can try at home this week:

1. Pause and breathe together. When things get tense, sit close and take five slow breaths side by side. This quickly calms both of your bodies and shows your child that it's okay to slow down.
2. Name the feeling out loud. Say something simple like "I can see you're really frustrated right now." Putting words to emotions helps your child feel understood and makes the feeling less scary.
3. Offer a quiet hug or gentle touch. Ask if they want a hug or just hold their hand. Safe touch releases “calm-down” chemicals in the brain for both of you.
4. Use a calm voice to describe what's happening. Say "Your body is feeling upset, and that's okay, we're going to help it settle." Hearing your steady voice helps your child borrow your calm until they find their own.
5. Do a small shared activity after the storm. Color together, read a short book, or rock gently side by side. This helps everyone shift back to feeling connected and safe again!

If you're finding these big feelings hard to manage at home, or you'd like more ways to stay calm as a family, our therapists are here to support. We offer parenting guidance and child therapy in Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, and nearby areas. 🪷
https://simipsychologicalgroup.com/therapy-in-thousand-oaks-ca/

01/16/2026

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to our wonderful therapist, Katie! 🎉 We hope your day is filled with joy, relaxation, and everything you love.

Thanks for all the heart you bring to your clients and the practice!💙
https://simipsychologicalgroup.com/about/katie-deleplane-amft/

01/15/2026

Long-term stress can wear you down without you even realizing it. When your body stays in alert mode, it’s harder to think clearly, stay calm, or feel rested. 😵‍💫

Stress gets easier to manage with the right support. If you’re in Thousand Oaks or nearby communities, our therapists are ready to provide you a calm space to work through stress and anxiety.
https://simipsychologicalgroup.com/therapy-in-thousand-oaks-ca/

01/14/2026

Trauma isn’t always loud or obvious. Sometimes it shows up as stress, trouble sleeping, or feeling on edge without knowing why.

Here are a few tips that can help with your healing journey:
🌿 Deep breathing and grounding
💛 A steady routine
🎨 Creative outlets
🤝 Support from safe people
✨ Being gentle with yourself

Dive into what our trauma therapist in Thousand Oaks has learned and shared with her clients!

Explore insights from a trauma therapist in Thousand Oaks. Understand the unseen effects of trauma on the lives of every day people.

01/13/2026

We’re excited to share that EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy is now available in Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, and surrounding areas! 🧠 Reach out to learn more or schedule a consultation with one of our therapists.

01/13/2026

Have you seen our crystal collection at our Simi Valley Office? We love decorating every corner of our space to encourage healing in whatever way supports you. 💙

Learn more about us now ⬇️
https://simipsychologicalgroup.com/about/

01/12/2026

Happy Birthday, Jean! 🎉 Your hard work and dedication keeps our team running smoothly every day. Wishing you a wonderful day! 🥳💙

Learn more about her here: https://simipsychologicalgroup.com/about/jean-paterak-operations-manager-and-billing/

01/10/2026

If things have felt a little off with your partner lately, try these gentle repair rituals together. It's just a few simple steps to help you reconnect without any pressure. 🫂

1. Start with a shared pause. Sit together and take three slow breaths before saying anything.
This helps calm your bodies and makes the talk feel safer right from the start.
2. Take turns sharing one small thing that felt hard this week.
Hearing just one thing keeps it honest without overwhelming anyone.
3. Set a short time limit (ten minutes should be fine).
A quick timer makes it feel manageable and stops things from dragging on.
4. Share one thing you really appreciated about your partner this week.
This brings back the good feelings and reminds you both why you're a team.
5. End with a gentle reset (a hug, a simple thank-you, or agreeing to try again tomorrow).
Finishing on a warm note helps you both walk away feeling a little lighter.

If these little rituals feel helpful, but you and your partner need more support to work through tougher stuff, our couples therapists in Simi Valley are here to help you feel connected again. 💕

https://simipsychologicalgroup.com/services/therapy/couples-therapy/