8 Characteristics of Teen & Serial Arsonists | Suspected Orlando Serial Arsonists Arrested | Steven Angle | Orlando Winter Park Counselor
Two persons of interest were arrested for suspected link to 30 arson incidents in the Orlando area. Since June 2014 there has been: Eleven residential arson incidents in Sanford Twelve in the Orlando area Three in the Daytona area. CFN 13 Interviews Total Life Counselor Dana West on Characteristics of Arsonists Steven Angle, 40, a person of interest in nearly 30 [...]
5 Ways to Cope When Your Loved One is Mentally Ill | Robin Williams Died | Lake Mary Counselor FL
We learned today that Academy Award winning actor, Robin Williams, died of an apparent suicide at his home in California. Mr. William’s publicist, Mara Buxbaum, said in a statement that Mr. Williams had been battling severe depression. It has been well known that Robin Williams had been battling Bi-polar Disorder, a mental illness where people swing between episodes of [...]
4 Tips to Survive Marital Infidelity | Fergie and Josh Duhmel | Orlando Marriage Counselor
Orlando Marriage Counselor May Angelastro discusses tips to survive infidelity. Recovering from infidelity is often challenging and often most of these marriages end in divorce. However, some couples survive infidelity like Fergie and Josh Duhmel did back in 2012. Defining infidelity depends on each individual in a relationship. For instance, some people may consider an emotional connection without a physical [...]
Lake Mary Counselor | 3 Reasons Why People Cheat | Justin Bieber & Orlando Bloom’s ex-wife Miranda Kerr
Justin Bieber & Orlando Bloom's ex-wife Miranda Kerr It was reported that Orlando Bloom and Justin Bieber got into a scuffle at a restaurant in Spain after Bieber made a rude remark about cheating with Bloom’s ex-wife, Miranda Kerr. Distance apart and different work schedules have been cited in the media as reasons, but one may never truly know [...]
Luis Suarez Bites & Breaks Bro Code | 5 Tips on How to Manage Anger with Competition | Family Counselor
As we watch the World Cup series, we can witness all the intense emotions these athletes are faced with. As usual, when there is a bad call or a dirty play, anger is easily triggered. Consequently, we witness poor anger management out on the field. Luis Suarez, soccer player from Uruguay, was alleged to bite opponents during a game for [...]
5 Parenting Tips on How to Deal with Angry Teens | Teen Anger Management Counselor Therapist
Orlando Teen Anger Management Counselor Group Expert on 5 Parenting Tips on How to Deal with Angry Teens It is no secret that parenting gets more challenging during the teenage years. Many parents often are faced with confusion and a sense of loss when their children reach the teen age. Some parents even wondered what happened to that sweet child they [...]
Are Male Teen Athletes more likely to Abuse Girlfriends | University of Pittsburgh Study | Jim West
Violent sports and dating abuse documented among college athletes and this study sought out to see if there was the same correlation with high school athletes and the results were very interesting. The study looked at 16 California High Schools and surveyed 1,648 male students. The study found "hyper masculine" students seem to be drawn to more aggressive sports. The [...]
4 Sports Psychology Tips to Empower your Child or Teen through Athletics | Certified Sports Counselor
Just participating in sports does not automatically foster positive growth in children. Many factors play a crucial role in your child’s success with athletics. The top four factors that I have found to help encourage positive sports participation are: Fun and Constructive Atmosphere Appropriate Parental Involvement Having an Encouraging Mentor A Focus on Transferable Life Skills A positive sports environment [...]
Wesley Chapel Movie Theatre Shooting over Texting Curtis Reeves | Tips on How to express your concerns assertively | Channel 13 Counselor Dana West
Tragedy struck a Tampa movie theater when 71-year-old Curtis Reeves got into an argument with another moviegoer over texting. The two men exchanged words that gradually became more heated and Reeves felt something hit his face. It was alleged that Chad Oulson threw popcorn at Reeves. Police reported, Reeves, who minutes earlier had gone to seek a manager's help to [...]
How to Identify Workplace Bullying and Tips for Victims | Jonathan Martin & Richie Incognito Bully Expert Dana West
Bullying and sports have made headlines since October 28, 2013 when Jonathan Martin, a 24-year-old offensive lineman for the Miami Dolphins left his team after reporting he was bullied by veteran teammate Richie Incognito. Martin accused Incognito and others on the team of harassment, physical violence and constant vulgar comments. After the allegations surfaced, the Miami Dolphins suspended Incognito for conduct [...]
4 Sexual Assault Victims Tips to Survive Abuse | Jermaine Smith | Mentally Disabled Woman Video Counselor Dana West, MSW, LCSW
Cocoa police admitted on November 8, 2013 that a breakdown in the department allowed a man accused of raping a mentally disabled woman to freely walk the streets for a year before he was finally arrested. Jermaine Smith is behind bars for being accused of breaking into the Cocoa home of a mentally disabled woman more than a year ago [...]
7 Issues to Address Before Marriage | Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Engaged | Marriage Counselor Relationship Expert Dana West, LCSW
The latest Hollywood love news is that Kim Kardashian was presented with a 15-carat diamond ring from her long-term rapper boyfriend Kanye West, on her birthday October 21, 2013. This will be Kardashian’s third attempt to walk down the aisle into matrimony bliss or will she? Why does she keep making the same mistakes in love? Could this be prevented? [...]
Bruce and Kris Jenner Separated | Keeping up with the Kardashians TV | 5 Tips to Strengthen Friendship in your Marriage |Marriage Counselor
After 22 years of marriage Bruce and Kris Jenner call it quits and separate. The Keeping up with the Kardashians TV stars have been fighting rumors of splitting up for the last few years. From viewing the episodes, you can see the power struggles, lack of affection, self-centeredness, and the practice of living separate lives have affected their once happy [...]
Counselor on Post-Partum Depression Symptoms & 5 PPD Tips | Miriam Carey Shot Near US Capitol
Emotional Chaos Turns to Tragedy Miriam Carey, a 34-year old woman whom was a dental hygienist was killed by police on Thursday October 3 after a high-speed chase through Washington, D.C., that led to a lockdown of Capitol Hill. The suspect’s mother reported to ABC news that she suffered post-partum depression following the recent birth of her daughter and [...]
Cory Montieth from Glee dies | How often do addicts relapse | Addictions Counselor
Cory Monteith star of Glee dies at the age of 31 and many suspect he lost his battle against addiction and relapsed. Many family members of those struggling with addiction wonder how many times a person struggling with addiction relapses before they walk away from addiction for good! Below are statistics about how addiction touches over 50% of American families, [...]
Do Most Sexual Abuse Survivors Lose their Childhood | Amanda Perry, Michelle Knight, & Gina DeJesus | Dana West, LCSW Abuse Counselor
Darkness into Light Fleeing from the pits of darkness, Amanda Perry, 27, escaped from being held hostage for over a decade. She called 911 at a neighbor’s house and found freedom after 10 years being held hostage. She wasn’t the only one, Georgina "Gina" DeJesus, 23, and Michele Knight, 32, were found alive Monday night after they vanished a decade [...]
Substance Abuse Doesn’t Discriminate | Amanda Bynes DUI | Dana West Addictions Counselor
Substance Abuse Doesn’t Discriminate | Amanda Bynes DUI | Orlando Substance Abuse Counselor Dana Risucci-West, LCSW Addictions Expert Picture Perfect? Some people appear to have it all: good grades, rewarding careers, and loving families. What outsiders may not see behind the near perfect appearance are issues that may be internalized to keep up an image. The stress from keeping up [...]
Lindsay Lohan | 3 Tips to Discuss Negative Celebrity Influence on Your Child |Teen Counselor
It’s no mystery that celebrities in America are intensely scrutinized through constant media attention. Every movement and action is dissected, analyzed, and mocked by millions of strangers who know nothing about the reality of celebrities’ lives. Every other day there seems to be a new article about mishaps and accidents in various celebrities’ lives, and one the individuals who is [...]
9 Parent tips to talk to your kids after a school shooting | Newton Connecticut |Child Counselor Jim West
While the details are unraveling about the school shooting in Newton, Connecticut parents around the country are wondering what to say to their kids to make them feel safe at school. So what can parents say to their kids to make them feel safe? 9 Parent Tips to Talk to your Kids after a School Shooting | Orlando Child Expert [...]
Counselor | 4 Tips to Reduce Social Bullying | Whitney Kropp | Lindsay Lohan | Mean Girls
The behavior we are referring to in this incident, is social bullying. Social bullying is a form of bullying that involves teasing someone because of their appearance, spreading lies or rumors, ignoring or even rejecting someone. Social bullying is much more insidious and difficult for teachers and parents to pick up on, and all too prevalent. Many parents are [...]
Bullying Counselor | 4 Ways Parents Can Reduce Social Bullying | Video
So, what can parents do to help stop social bullying? What is even more troubling is that the social aggressive acts were often enacted by the main characters or those with whom young viewers would likely identify with as socially advantaged, reinforcing the idea that is pays to be mean, because popularity trumps basic moral conduct. Such cruel behavior was [...]
Ashton Kutcher & Demi Moore | Marriage Counselor | 3 Relationship Tips to Start Rebuilding Trust | Dr. Leslie
Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moores split brings often causes couples to look at their own relationship and how they could minimize the risk of divorce in their own lives. Below are some suggestions to repair past hurts and keep your marriage off the rocks! More Videos on This Topic [tubepress playerLocation="popup" mode="tag" tagValue="Total Life Counseling relationships " paginationAbove="true" paginationBelow="false" orderBy="published" resultsPerPage="4" thumbHeight="105" thumbWidth="135" [...]
Marriage Counselor | Miley Cyrus Engaged – How Young Is Too Young To Get Married? Tips
Recently announced: The engagement of Miley Cyrus, age 19, to Liam Helmsworth, age 22. There is much speculation in the media about the significance of their ages and the general question of "How young is too young to get married?" Given the rise of divorce in the United States, there has been a relatively recent trend to delay or avoid [...]
Bully Movie Documentary 2012 should your Child See It? | 3 Quick Tips for Parents of Victims | CBS 6
The Bully Movie Documentary was rated R because of cursing, aggression and themes of suicide! So should your middle schooler or high school student see it. From the reviews and information about the movie it is following students that are bullied at school. Unfortunately, the cursing, aggression and themes of suicide are what middle school and high school teens [...]
K2 Spice Black Mamba Dragon Spice | Drug Counselor on Synthetic Marijuana | Could Your Children Be in Danger?
News of synthetic marijuana, also known as K2 or Spice, has cropped up again in the news as it returns to many local businesses after a ban placed by The Drug Enforcement Administration on five chemicals last year. Florida Governor Rick Scott is trying to end the issue for good, with the signing of an amendment that would add 29 [...]