Allen Wagner, MFT, MA
Marriage & Family Therapist
Education
- MA, Psychology, Pepperdine University
- BA, Film and Creative Writing, University of Arizona
Professional Achievements
- Has been featured in numerous publications, including the LA Times, NY Post, NBC, Bravo, Men's Health, and Cosmopolitan
- Co-Author of the book "Married Roommates" alongside his wife, Talia Wagner
Certifications & Organizations
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
Favorite Piece of Advice
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Co-authored Articles (45)
60+ Checking On You Messages for Any Situation
Check in on friends, partners, and colleagues with a simple textWant to text someone and ask how they’re doing but don’t know what to say? Well, you’ve come to the perfect place! Sending a thoughtful check-in text ...
Cute, Thoughtful & Romantic Messages to Wish Her a Good Day at Work
Show your love and make her smile with one of these textsSo, you want to send a special girl in your life a “have a nice day” message. She’s likely just waking up or off to work, so how do you let her know you wish...
What Is the Three Loves Theory?
From star-crossed passion to deep and abiding commitment, this theory spans a lifetime of loveThe 3 Loves Theory is making the internet rounds right now, and it’s easy to understand why: the theory unites sparks-flying...
100+ Best Quotes to Thank Someone for Their Love
Tell your partner how grateful you are for them with these messagesLove is powerful, and someone showing you unconditional love can change your life for the better. Close your eyes and think about love—what do you see?...
How to
Win a Woman's Heart
Have you found yourself the perfect girl and you want to help her fall as hard for you as you have for her? Does your girlfriend mean the world to you but you're not sure if she really feels the same? You can earn her he...
How to
Become a Better Lover
Whether it's in the bed or out, a new relationship or an old one, everyone can stand to be a better lover. Your partner is worth it! Read the article below for some great tips and tricks and get on your way to a more exc...
How to
Be a Better Girlfriend
No matter what stage your relationship is in, you can learn to be a better girlfriend. Being a better girlfriend often comes down to being kind and compassionate to your partner, as well as communicating and listening we...
How to
Love a Girl
Sometimes it feels like guys and girls speak different languages when it comes to love. If you think that the special girl in your life isn't getting the message that you love her, you have to make an extra effort to sho...
How to
Deal with an Unresponsive Partner
In a relationship, few things are more hurtful than feeling shut out by your partner. If your sweetheart acts emotionally distant or refuses to talk to you, you might feel tempted to plead with them, berate them, or dema...
How to
Confront a Family Member Who Stole from You
It’s never fun to have the sinking realization that someone has stolen something from you. What’s even worse is discovering that the thief is a family member. If someone in your family stole from you, don’t brush t...
A Therapist-Approved Guide to Bringing Respect Back into a Relationship
Encourage trust & understanding with our reliable adviceRespect is one of the most important building blocks of any relationship. Unfortunately, respect between partners sometimes starts to wear away as a relationship go...
How to
Ignore Your Husband
In a relationship, you may sometimes need a mental break. Marriage can be stressful and bad habits or bad moods are sometimes better to ignore. There are many tactics you can use to ignore your husband when necessary. Ho...
15 Ways to Improve & Strengthen Your Marriage
Expert tips and strategies to make your marriage amazing Marriage is an epic commitment—and a lifelong relationship requires a lifetime of effort to maintain. Your spouse might be your best friend, but there are still ...
9 Ways to Take a Relationship Break When You Live Together
Ease the transition with our expert-approved tipsIf you and your partner have been going through a rough patch lately, you might be considering taking a break. Taking a break can help you both take some much-needed time ...
35 Characteristics of a Good Guy (That Prove He’s a Keeper)
Plus tips on how to appreciate a good man when you have oneThe modern dating scene can be challenging and a common refrain is that “there are no good men left.” But is that really true? While we empathize with the pl...
How to
Show Someone You Love Them
A comprehensive guide to showing someone that you care, each and every dayWhen you love someone, you want them to know it. But sometimes it's not that easy to say those three little words. Sometimes it's easier to show p...
How to
Date an Ex After Years Apart
If some time has passed and you keep wondering about what could have been, you may be thinking about trying to get back with your ex. The good news is that this is super common, and there are a ton of reasons that this m...
How to Reunite After a Breakup: 8 Crucial Steps in the Journey
Mend things with your ex so they're the one that stays instead of the one that got awayNot ready to close the book on your love story? While breakups can be heart-breaking, there's no guarantee that yours means it's "gam...
How to
Impress a Girl and Make Her Fall in Love with a Boy
Impressing a girl may seem like a difficult task, but it is not as hard as it seems. You can impress a girl by taking care of your physical appearance, showing off your great personality, and demonstrating your unique sk...
What Is Love Bombing? (Warning Signs and How to Prevent It)
Disarming narcissism and emotional manipulation by detecting love bombing right away Does your partner lash out, only to apologize with extravagant gifts? Or are you getting cold feet in a new relationship because your p...
