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Dr. Jean Scurria, Ph.D. • San Ramon, CA 94583 Depression and grief are often confused because they share some similar feelings, such as sadness and withdrawal. Yet, they are distinct experiences with different causes, symptoms, and paths to healing. Knowing how to tell them apart can help you or someone you care about find the right support at the right time. A quiet park bench symbolizing solitude and reflection What Is Grief? Grief is a natural response to loss. It often fo

Dr. Jean Scurria, Ph.D. • San Ramon, CA 94583 Most couples do not seek therapy when their relationship is thriving. Instead, they often arrive after months or years of repeating the same arguments, or after long periods of silence that replace the conversations they once shared. Some come following a specific event such as betrayal, crisis, or loss. Others cannot pinpoint a single cause but feel the closeness they once had has quietly faded. Whatever the reason, one thing is

Dr. Jean Scurria, Ph.D. • San Ramon, CA 94583 Have you ever noticed how some people jump into relationships quickly while others keep their distance? Or why certain couples seem stuck in the same arguments, no matter how much they want to change? These patterns often come from something deeper than the relationship itself. They come from attachment. Attachment shapes how we connect, trust, and love. Understanding it can change how you see your relationships and yourself. This

Everyone feels anxious from time to time. A racing heart before a big presentation, a knot in your stomach before a difficult conversation — these are normal, even healthy responses to stress. But when feelings of worry, fear, or dread become persistent, overwhelming, or difficult to control, it may be a sign of something more than ordinary stress. Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions in the United States — and they are also among the most trea