Do you sit in the mirror with jaded lens and pin point all of your flaws? Do you find yourself daydreaming of how much happier you would if you could just change a certain part of your body? Do you hide behind layers of clothing? You are not alone and many are in the same struggle towards self acceptance. I
Today’s society is full of dating options but it can still be difficult to meet the right person. This is especially true if you have children. Finding someone who is worthy of becoming a part of your child’s life can be a challenge. Only you can determine what is suitable for you and your family. Following these four rules will
Self-identity is the recognition of someone’s potential and qualities as an individual. When we have a balanced view of our self-identity, we can find the worth and value in the many facets that make us human. For example, a person can say I am smart, I am kind to others, I am attractive, I have a great sense of humor,
In today’s world it is very common to address a child’s problematic behavior through the use of pharmaceuticals. While this can be a helpful tool to aid your child’s ability to function and concentrate in school, it is not without its side effects. I have heard many complaints from parents that their child seems to lose their unique personality while
Dangers of Teen Codependent Relationships| Orlando Teen Codependency Counseling Codependency is a term that can be defined as “excessive emotional or psychological reliance on a partner, typically a partner who requires support due to an illness or addiction.” Unfortunately, codependence can affect anyone and it is an issue that is even affecting teenagers. Codependent relationships in teens can be extremely
It seems that every time we turn on the TV that we are bombarded with tragic loss. This can be especially hard if we are dealing with loss in our personal lives. It is also difficult when the loss does not make sense and/or is unexpected. There is nothing anyone can say or do to make the pain of losing
By working closely with teens, I often find myself discovering the newest trends, the latest beliefs and the most common behaviors. Their way of life is so different than when I was in high school (which was NOT that long ago) and while I talk to them, I often hear me “dating” myself. The latest movement is being “Pansexual.” I
As wonderful as the Holidays can be for many of us, this is often a time of stress, anxiety, and despair for many suffering from an eating disorder. The Holiday Season is not only focused around gifts, and time with loved ones, but FOOD. Food is an obsession that those with an eating disorder struggle with every day, and the
This week, I was brainstorming on what to write for the Orlando Teen Counseling. I decided I wanted to find an inspirational video on YouTube about cutting and expand on that. Unfortunately, instead, I came across some disturbing videos about teens and self-harming. Because I have worked with many teens that self-harm, I have heard stories about them finding people they
Self-harm comes in many different forms. Cutting is one of the most popular, but a self-harmer may also burn his or herself with matches, lighters and cigarettes; rub an eraser until it burns the top layer of skin, pick scabs and wounds or puncture the skin. No matter what form of self-harm is being done, help should be sought out.
