Tina B. Tessina, PhD, LMFT, is a licensed psychotherapist in Southern California with more than 40 years' experience in counseling individuals and couples. She is the author of 15 books, published in 17 languages. Known as ""Dr. Romance,"" she writes the Dr. Romance blog, as well as the Happiness Tips from Tina newsletter. Dr. Tessina appears frequently on radio, TV, and podcasts and in print media. Her Twitter handle is @tinatessina.