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Paging the love doctor: answers to your most probing questions about celeb relationships from Beverly Hills psychotherapist Bella Dishell.(informer)(Brief article)

Cosmopolitan

| June 01, 2007 | Dishell, Bella | COPYRIGHT 2007 Hearst Communications, reprinted with permission of Hearst. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Q: Drew Barrymore recently said she's looking for someone to "lead with me--just take care of me." Are guys intimidated by this assertiveness?

Love Doctor: Many guys feel more at ease with a woman who wants someone to protect her, so to speak. A female who is outspoken about seeking a truly equal partner may be scary to a man who needs to be needed. So be up-front about your expectations early, like Drew seems to be. In today's dating world, lots of men are thrilled with an egalitarian romance.

Q: Sienna Miller has admitted that people think she's a slut. How can that kind of rep affect your dating life?

Love Doctor: Your reputation arrives before you do, especially in small, gossip-heavy circles. An "easy" reputation may deter guys from being interested in dating you seriously. Hooking up a lot isn't wrong, but some people may ...

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