About Tessa McKee

Tessa is a Mental Health Counselor Student Intern at Total Life Counseling Center Orlando, specializing in childhood & adolescent disorders, anxiety, women’s issues, and family counseling. She has 20 years experience in Education and Business. Tessa has a deep understanding of child development and learning. Passionate about working with children, she specializes in play therapy and expressive modalities to help young clients manage emotions, develop self-regulation skills, and build resilience. She creates a safe, engaging environment where children express themselves through play, art, and storytelling, and integrates trauma-informed care and cognitive-behavioral strategies to support children facing anxiety, behavioral challenges, and social-emotional growth.

Nurturing Relationships

How can communication improve a romantic relationship? Effective communication fosters understanding and trust in romantic relationships, deepening affection. By openly sharing feelings and discussing issues constructively, partners can appreciate each other's shortcomings. Active listening strengthens emotional connections and intimacy. [...]

Unlock Success: 6 Essential Tips for ADHD Support

Helping an elementary school child with ADHD involves supporting their emotional regulation, attention skills, and confidence — while also equipping caregivers and teachers with practical strategies. Managing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) requires a combination of strategies and support, [...]

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