Maria Mir

licensed marriage and family therapist in California

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Holidays bring joy, yet family tensions loom with uncomfortable questions about marriage and politics. A licensed therapist offers tips on surviving the holidays.

Awkward questions at Thanksgiving? Advice for gathering stress-free

Holidays bring joy, yet family tensions loom with uncomfortable questions about marriage and politics. A licensed therapist offers tips on surviving the holidays.

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COVID-19 has killed more than 250,000 Americans so far.

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