Gregory Matos PsyD

About

Greg Matos, PsyD, ABPP is a board-certified couple and family psychologist. He served 11-years in the U.S. Marine Corps and Navy, becoming a Lieutenant Commander and military psychologist. Greg was awarded the Bronze Star with Combat Valor and the Department of State’s Award for Heroism. He’s the author of Shattered Glass: The Story of a Marine Embassy Guard.

After the military, Dr. Matos began specializing in systems work and specialized in Gottman-Method Couples Therapy. He is the founder of the California-based charity A Better Love Project. This 501c3 media company teaches core life and relationship skills to thousands daily on TikTok and elsewhere @abetterloveproject. Greg believes in the democratization of relationship science and core psychological skills.

Books by Gregory Matos PsyD

Recent Posts

Financial Freedom and the Shifting Expectations of Women

While dating, research suggests that we should discuss the sharing of finances at the beginning of our relationships.

A Couples Psychologist's Take on Weight Loss and Relationships

Even with new weight loss medications like Wegovy and Ozempic, addressing relationship culture around weight loss is key. Start with this 10-point plan for a healthy romance.

The Anatomy of an Apology

Discover the key ingredients to apologizing both in the moment and after a regrettable incident or fight.

3 Ways Daters Signal Commitment Today

In a dating landscape that is often confusing and ambiguous, understanding both indirect and direct strategies signaling interest in commitment is more crucial now than ever before.

Dating Without Timelines

Bumble's 2024 prediction: Most women daters will not be looking to get married and want to be free of timelines.

3 Ways Long-Term Couples Can Maintain Their Attraction

Can you prevent loss of sexual attraction? Learn what to look out for early in a romantic relationship and what to do in a long-term partnership.

The Pros and Cons of Being Friends With Benefits

Friends with benefits is a mixture of an authentic emotional connection, sexual attraction, and satisfying sex, not far from the realities of a healthy romantic relationship.

What's the Right Number of Sexual Partners Before Marriage?

How many lifetime sexual partners do most have in the U.S. and what are the benefits to multiple partners?

What Men Need to Be Ready to Talk About on a Date

Mental health standards and openness to talking about therapy are trending. What does going to therapy really tell us about a potential partner?

2 Signs That a Partner Is Showing Up for You

How can you measure effort in a relationship? Start with these two indisputable signs of effort.