"I don't understand why my daughter is so sad lately? "Why is my son spending time with bad influences?" "Why does my daughter go out with abusive guys?" "Why does my son have such low self esteem?" If you [...]
Richard Gere separated from Cara Lowell over the past year and they are planning to divorce after 11 years of marriage. The media has reported on the high percentage of divorces amongst celebrities and wonder how they grow apart. [...]
Orlando Relationship & Marriage Counselor offers tips for Safe Dating, in light of the devastating murder of a University of Virginia lacrosse player, many of us are asking, how safe is it to date? Dating is an important milestone [...]
How Comparing Effects Your Partner What are some Valentine's Day tips for singles and couples from an Orlando marriage counselor? Some Valentine's Day tips for dating singles and couples from an Orlando marriage counselor include: for singles, focus on [...]
According to the National Retail Federation, Valentine’s Day spending for 2023 was $25.9 billion. The average person was expected to spend $193 last year. There was even a study of the 10 most romantic cities based upon how much [...]
Lake Mary Relationship Counselor gives 5 Ways to Beat the Valentine’s Blues! So you didn’t get flowers, chocolate or a card today, what do you do? Ever feel like Valentines Day is "Single Awareness Month?" For many, Valentine’s Day [...]
Orlando Marriage Counselor - Valentines Day Tips We want to Help you Avoid Valentines Day Disappointment by Total Life Counseling Orlando Marriage Expert. It comes around once a year; to some it’s not a real holiday, and to some it’s expected [...]
Relationship experts tell us that finances are one of the main causes of conflict in a relationship and that a couple handles financial stressors better when they feel valued and connected to each other. Romance is one of the [...]
The effects of trauma are not limited by factors such as age, gender, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. The experience of trauma is common among both adults and children, but it is especially prevalent in the lives [...]
What is Trauma? Trauma refers to our emotional response to distressing life experiences. Trauma comes in many different forms and ranges in how severely it affects someone. Given that trauma is such a universal experience, few people will live [...]
Sexual Dysfunction: 5 Reasons Your Teen Should Avoid Porn An issue of TIME Magazine featured a surprising cover story entitled “Porn and the Threat to Virility.” New research and anecdotal stories were highlighted on how young men fed on [...]
April is the season of springtime and growth! This is an excellent time of the year to facilitate the growth of your mental health and development. Mental health is a critical topic to talk about. By being transparent about [...]
Most people desire to have and maintain a happy healthy relationship but have not stopped to consider what is required to make it happen. Studies show that sixty-six percent of Americans who desire to have a happy relationship also [...]
As Valentine’s Day approaches, everyone is thinking about that special someone or those friends that have never left your side. On this special day we celebrate love and friendship. Friendship is an interesting phenomenon. As human beings, we enjoy [...]
Have you ever struggled with accepting help when needed? How about believing “yes you can accomplish it all” to then find yourself overwhelmed? One of my biggest struggles is accepting help or even asking for help when I need [...]
For many women, becoming a mother is one of life’s most treasured and fulfilling events. It is life-changing, and every second, from conception to raising children, is integral in the life and the personhood of the mother. Being a [...]
From Toddlers and Tiaras to Instagram Beauty Pageants, young girls are throwing themselves onto the merciless stage of judgment, comparisons, criticism and pain. According to an ABC News report, “Among the hottest activities on social media these days is [...]
The impact of infertility is not discussed enough, but it is a prevalent problem. Its effects take a toll on a person physiologically and mentally. One in eight couples have reported to have difficulty conceiving or maintaining pregnancy. There are [...]
Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disability, characterized by differences in the brain. People affected by autism often have problems with social interaction, repetitive behavior/ movements, and impulsive behaviors. Autism affects 1 in 44 children in the U.S. Autism [...]
In today’s society, social media fuels mental health issues. The frequent use of social media is linked to depression, anxiety, sadness, stress, and feelings of loneliness and isolation. It also disrupts sleep by disrupting the circadian rhythms. It’s also [...]
Nicholas Sparks is no stranger to heart-wrenching passion and the kind of love that only star-crossed lovers share. Teary eyed audiences have come to expect this from his novels and their film adaptions, but do the rose colored glasses [...]
Disordered eating does not discriminate when it comes to age, race, gender, ethnicity, weight, or sexual orientation. Typically eating disorders can appear majority in younger populations, in teens and young adults. Don’t be fooled, eating disorders also can start [...]
Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen have been a couple since 2006 and although they seem like a fairy tale couple, their recent drama proves otherwise. Tom’s first son was born in 2007. However, his first child was not with [...]
Dr. William Eaton describes phobias to include fear and avoidance (Eaton et al., 2020) in his study. He explains that most phobias will begin in childhood, though will maintain maximum strength in midlife and late in life. The authors [...]
Over 1 in 5 women in the United States in the past year have experienced a mental health condition. Common conditions are anxiety and depression, although conditions like bipolar disorder and depression affect women more than men or affect [...]
When we envision a life with our partner that is full of livelihood and adventure – we are honoring the hopes and ambitions of nourishing our relationship. Likewise, we achieve success in our relationships through hard work and dedication. [...]
This past Saturday, November 26th, country singer Jake Flint, died just hours after getting married. He was only 37 years of age and had a sudden death while sleeping. According to his loved ones, he was a friend to [...]
Due to modern medicine and medical procedures, it is difficult to think that every mother was at risk when she gave birth. Most experiencing pregnancy go as planned or with slight complications. But according to the World Health Organization at [...]
Mean Girls, Slumber Parties, and Suicide/3 Tips to Help Parents Understand Bullying Bullying, Cyberbullying, and Indirect Aggression may provoke adolescents to suicide if not addressed in time. On April 16, 2011, a slumber party in Minnesota became national news [...]
Orlando Teen Counselor gives parents tips for setting rules with the Prom. So, what’s a parent to do? There are so many questions to answer and some parents are not sure which way to turn. With the approach of prom [...]
Do you feel like it takes begging, pleading or even an ultimatum to get your husband to consider marriage counseling? Try to understand from your husband’s point of view why he may be apprehensive about the whole counseling process. This may help [...]
Ok, maybe we have not all actually sat down and written out a list of what our partner “must have” in order for us to marry them, but we have certainly thought about it! Some have taken the time to [...]
World Kindness Day 2021 (11/13/21) is celebrated all year long despite having one week dedicated to it. What is it? According to Inspire Kindness, “World Kindness Day is a global day that promotes the importance of being kind to each [...]
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 might [...]
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. The [...]
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 to [...]
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 [...]
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 make [...]
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 of [...]
Dallas Premarital Counselor offers 3 Tips to Avoid Divorce before you get married. It’s not a far stretch to assume that impulse marriages, marriages that happen just hours after knowing each other, are highly likely to end in the days or months [...]
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 [...]
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 police [...]
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 setting [...]
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 reported [...]
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 have [...]
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 an [...]
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 with [...]