Can’t resist that extra portion? Have to go through that drive through? Have to eat dessert, or maybe two? Now that the holidays are behind us, many will turn their focus to improving health and shedding unwanted pounds. The [...]
Orlando Family Therapist on 4 Tips to Thrive Through the Holidays If you are like most people, when you see the holiday displays around Halloween, you ask yourself, is it that time already? Holidays can be met with mixed emotions, [...]
Orlando Depression Counselor answers the question how do I know if I am depressed? According to the National Institute of Mental Health, during any 1-year period, 17.6 million American adults or 10% of the population suffer from a depressive [...]
7 Important Tips To Endure Stress During Virus Quarantine Many of us have been so overwhelmed with this sudden change that has impacted our life and routine because of the pandemic we are facing for what could be months. Some [...]
It’s no secret that we are all in this together. There is a higher level of fear and anxiety that has spread through the world since early last year. It’s not “over” yet and still life goes on. You [...]
Do you remember where you were when those planes struck the World Trade Center? Did you know someone that worked in the Twin Towers? Did you lose a loved one or a friend? Do you still have feelings of grief [...]
Daily Homeschool Schedule Advice The coronavirus pandemic is continuously changing our lives, but one thing for sure is, you’re unsure of how to go about the next few weeks. Like most parents, you’ve suddenly found yourself solely responsible for [...]
Going back to school has always been a stressful time. School supply shopping, school clothes, class schedules, getting your child back onto a school schedule, bus times, etc..But things have become an entirely new level of stress because of Covid-19. [...]
Tips for Dads with Daughters! Being a good dad to a daughter involves taking an active role in her life, providing emotional support, and being a positive role model 1. Spend quality time with your daughter. Set aside time [...]
“Courageous: Honor Begins at Home” is a movie that tells the story of five fathers. The film showcases men, from all different cultural backgrounds, with the universal desire to become strong fathers. As the film displays, being a father [...]
Super Bowl commercials went beyond the usual humor in Doritos and Budweiser campaigns. These commercials pulled at the heart strings of many dads across the nation that may have inspired them to be more present for their children and teens. It appears that [...]
Just like every school year, a new set of challenges is presented before him. With these challenges comes both stress and excitement. Do you remember your first day of class? Maybe you were like me and unable to sleep. [...]
“Reducing Stress from Tests!” “I am going to fail the FSA and repeat third grade!” “I don’t have enough time for the test!” “I can’t sleep the night before the test!” February and March many students across the state [...]
Valentine’s Day is an excellent way for couples to take a little extra time and show each other their appreciation for all that they do. We can get so caught up in our busy schedules that we may forget [...]
On April 16, 2011 in Minnesota, a slumber party made national news when two eighth graders, Haylee Fentress and Paige Morrison, were found hanging in Fentress’s house. It was a suicide pact fueled by cyberbullying, humiliation, and the taunting [...]
Valentine’s Day is an excellent way for couples to take a little extra time and show each other their appreciation for all that they do. We can get so caught up in our busy schedules that we may forget [...]
Background We are quickly approaching the one year mark since our country was thrown into the whirlwind of a global pandemic. It has been almost one year since families have had to restructure in order to compensate for school, [...]
If you have a defiant teen, you know the struggle of having to put your foot down regarding rules and obedient behavior. Maybe you have had your child yell “no!” when you tell them to go to bed, or [...]
Are you dreading the holidays? Do you have to split holidays with more than two groups of relatives? Do you feel you are traveling all over the place and resent holidays? Are you a people pleaser and trying to [...]
Why is it so hard to leave relationships that we know aren’t good for us? Logically we often know we need to get out, but emotionally it can feel like we are living in an invisible prison. The feelings [...]
“What the h*** is going on?” my client said as she burst into tears during our TelaHealth video session. As a therapist, I’ve heard versions of this question daily for the last three weeks. Parents [...]
Stereotypes of all different cultures, races, ethnicities and religions exist in the world. People all over the world experience the effects of stereotyping. Children in schools experience stereotyping in the form of bullying, students in college experience stereotyping, adults in [...]
During any pandemic worry runs rampant, and the COVID 19 pandemic is no different. People around the world are wondering if they will be able to pay their bills after losing their jobs. Will there be enough food and [...]
If you were to sit in on a public classroom in 2022, vs sitting in one in 2019, you would see a clear difference in the mood, energy, and overall flow of the day. The pandemic of 2020 still [...]
The Social Dilemma If you’re anything like the other 182.8 million Netflix subscribers, you probably saw “The Social Dilemma” in Netflix's “trending now” category. This hour and a half movie supposedly covers the dangers of social media on human [...]
Parents, it's okay not to get this homeschooling thing perfect. I have now seen several posts on social media from parents describing how after a day -- or even a half hour -- of trying to home-school their kids, [...]
“I feel I have nothing,” were the words of a client. What is triggering that feeling, I asked. The client responded “Self-Isolation.” Words are powerful, and self-talk can shift one’s outlook on a situation. Isolation can give the perspective [...]
Technology has become extremely advanced and invites people to spend several hours online – neglecting daily tasks such as communicating with people, spending quality time with family and friends, and doing activities face to face with people. Video games [...]
5 Tips for Coping with Social Isolation While Social Distancing 1 in 5 Americans are in social isolation in their homes due to the COVID-19 virus. 5 states have now issued “stay at home orders,” which entails no going [...]
Relationships can be difficult, but when you add a global pandemic, quarantines, curfews, and the mass hysteria flowing through society, relationships can seem almost impossible. You’re stuck in the house all day, unable to distract yourself with your usual daily [...]
The coronavirus has become a global pandemic. Schools are shut down, bars, restaurants, beaches, almost everything has closed its doors. Some people aren’t able to go into work, and some have completely lost their jobs. Should you be afraid? [...]
Suddenly Homeschooling because of the Coronavirus? How to Guide Learning at Home In the many changes to everyday life due to coronavirus, school and day-care closures are one of them. Unexpectedly everything from major universities, to day-care centers have [...]
Tips when Quarantined to Relieve Stress, Keep your Kids Busy and Bond with your Family Background With coronavirus spreading daily and the uncertainty of the future, things can be extremely stressful. Don’t be ashamed if you begin to feel [...]
Impact of COVID-19 “Social distancing” is highly recommended and in some cases enforced. Some cities are on curfews, others have enforced schools, restaurants, bars, and clubs to close all in efforts to stop the spread of this virus, and [...]
Are you constantly being told what to wear, when to be home, and what to do by your partner? Are you afraid to voice your opinion to your partner? Many times people who find themselves in this type of relationship [...]
18 Signs of Teen addiction Sometimes having fun may be dangerous. Parents must be aware of the tell tale signs of teen addictions. We live in a culture that thrives on youth, beauty, power, and wealth. However, having fun [...]
Orlando Counselor Therapist Do you think you are too fat? Or too skinny? Researchers suggest that the way you think about yourself affects your sex life! According to a recent study, female high school students who are underweight or who [...]
"I know someone who survived a sexual assault. How can I help?" What percentage of people in the US are Sexually Abused? According to the CDC, 10.6% of adult women and 2.1% of adult men have reported experiencing a [...]
While experiencing a rare chance to go riding on a Sunday morning, I encountered a police blockade barring the entrance to Jay Blanchard Park. It looked serious, with several police cars and a police van, and lots of yellow [...]
Orlando Teen Counselor Therapist How close is too close? A middle school in Portland, Oregon shocked the nation when the principal banned “hugging!” USA Today highlighted the ban on hugs and stated that there is a national trend in [...]
Orlando Counselor Therapist Is bigger better? Some fuller figured women are repulsed by the thought of using plus sized models for product ads. Various studies show that body image is directly related to self-esteem issues in young women; however, [...]
Orlando Marriage Therapist on Three Things You Need to Know If You Are Married Sleeping Apart Did you know that more than 23 percent of married Americans sleep alone according to the National Sleep Foundation? The reason that couples [...]
By now, many of you have heard the tragic story of the young woman, Alissa Blanton, who was murdered by her stalker of two years. Have you yourself heard statements like "I can't live without you?" "If I can't [...]
Psychologists used to recommend talking about sex a year before puberty, but now children on average are exposed to pornography at age 8 due to the internet and pop ups. So families are scrambling about how to talk to [...]
I was in the grocery store the other day overhearing a conversation about someone losing their job. The next day I spoke with an acquaintance who talked about a neighbor killing themselves because they lost their job. More and [...]
Orlando Pre-Marital Counselor on FIVE WRONG REASONS PEOPLE MARRY Are you or someone you know considering marrying their partner? Many couples get married based on feelings or circumstances. Marriage can be a wonderful experience through proactive work. During pre-marital counseling sessions [...]
*'!#$ you mom said Anthony at the restaurant with his family. Jackie, his mother responds "Don't you talk to me like that and if you say that one more time I will slap you!" I knew when Jackie was [...]
How do you compete and land the job with 500 qualified applicants who want the job as well? Let’s start with looking at all the ways you find a job. There are 16 job hunting methods and they are [...]
Orlando Marriage Counseling Tiger Woods recent confession and discussion about his treatment has drawn attention to the effects of infidelity on the entire family. Unfortunately, Tiger is not alone, couples every year are faced with how to talk to their [...]
Orlando Teen Counselor on warning signs of an abusive teen relationship. Having a teen dating in today’s world is quite a challenge! Because so many teens are accepting some level of abuse as “normal” in relationships, knowing the warning [...]
