One of the hardest things to overcome when dealing with low self-esteem is negative thinking. When we allow negative thoughts and beliefs to creep into our minds, it quickly becomes truth to us, even if it is completely false. This belief could have come from a parent, an ex, or even yourself, but these lies need to stop in order
The last two decades has seen greater development in technology and time saving devices than ever in history. We have faster access to information via constant access to the internet with smart phones and tablets, and that lends to services at the click of a button that make shopping, browsing, support, communication, and more a breeze. So, with more time-saving
Has your relationship gone bad? Do you feel like you are in an upward battle and although unhappy you don’t know if it’s time to call it quits? You may be in a toxic relationship that has spiraled out of control. It can be difficult to identify how bad things really are when you are living it but if your
August for teens is like January for adults. It’s the start of a new (school) year and a time for resolutions, vows and commitments to be made…and ultimately, to be broken. Every August, I have numerous teens sit in my office and say, “It’s going to be different this year; I am going to get good grades this time around;
Summers are full of activity for many families. However, they are also meant to be a time for deceleration and enjoying the little things. In a sense, a time to breath. A time to decompress in order to get recharged and invigorated for a new school year. Unfortunately, with a new school year rearing closer, many of us are feeling
Summer is almost over and for us working parents it’s been a nice break from the hustle and bustle of school drop off/pick up, homework, and early bed times. I ask myself how I am able to fit in so much during the school year. I often feel like the days just slip away and so does my time with
The headlines for child abuse are glaring and unbelievable. One story in particular has stayed with me and I haven’t been able to let it go. In February of this year, a Detroit woman was arrested for murdering her two children and putting their bodies in a refrigerator. At her trial, she showed no remorse. Obviously, she is mentally ill.
How familiar do these statements sound to you? “Of course this would happen to me.” “When it rains, it pours.” “If it’s not one thing, then it’s another.” While these are very common comments to make when you’re frustrated or going through a difficult situation, it can also be comments that slowly debilitate you from positive thinking. The more we
As news broke of yet another Hollywood couple getting divorced I can’t help to feel sad about what has become of the marriage union. I also get a little ticked off at how excited the media is to report what should be sad news but now become the norm. Celebrity divorce may be hot entertainment news but behind the scenes
Childhood Sexual Abuse Adult Survivor| Sexual Abuse Counseling in Orlando I want to introduce you to a brave and beautiful client of mine. She has been through a tremendous healing and wants to share her heart with you in the hopes that she can clear a path for other adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse to receive help. Here’s her
