Drew M. Hodis
Drew M. Hodis is the founder and president of Hodis Learning & Music, a local business that provides one-on-one, in-home tutoring, music lessons, and art lessons. He completed his BA in Psychology at USC and is pursuing his PhD in Clinical Psychology at the Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology at Adelphi University.
Artistic Anatomy: Mastering the Human Figure in Drawing
Drawing the human figure is a challenging yet rewarding endeavor for artists of all levels. In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of...
April Is National Child Abuse Prevention Month
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, which is an important time to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect and promote efforts to...
Op-Ed: Suicide & Teens | The Conversation Hits Home
South Pasadena is home. It has been my home for 26 years. Even as I pursue my doctorate in Clinical Psychology in New York,...
How Parents Can Help Boost Adolescents’ Self-Esteem in Academic Transitions
If you’re a parent, then you’ve likely been through at least one academic transition in your lifetime. Remember what it was like to transition...
Beyond the Virus | Ending Emotional Cutoff Part II
Last week I discussed the negative effects of emotional cutoff and how to repair a relationship that's been cut off. But what if you’re...
Beyond the Virus | Ending Emotional Cutoff Part I
Have you noticed that your emotional wellbeing and the wellbeing of those around you have seemingly worsened during the pandemic? Maybe it’s the side...
Beyond the Virus | How to Talk it Out & Set Boundaries
There are some people in life with whom you can talk about anything under the sun, like your sister, Mary. Mary is one of...
Beyond the Virus | In My Feelings & Out of Conflict
Have you noticed that sometimes when you’re really upset about a conflict with a family member, friend, or coworker, your reaction might be a...
Beyond the Virus | Taking Care of Yourself in the Time of COVID
COVID-19 and people’s responses to the pandemic have brought up numerous issues for all of us. Intense road rage that has scared you into...
