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Summer is winding down. Kids are back to school. School zone lights are back on. There are new teachers, new classrooms, new schedules, new expectations …

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Izaskun Cruz, LMFT When we think about going back to school, our minds usually jump straight to the practical stuff. Buying supplies, sorting out schedules, …

Continue reading “The Emotional Side of Going Back to School”

There’s something about back-to-school season that feels like a reset. Calendars fill back up, routines return, and after the loose rhythm of summer, a sense …

Continue reading “Back to School, Back to You”

Yesterday morning, as I was scrolling through Instagram, a reel from Reese Witherspoon stopped me mid-scroll. She said she often tells her own three kids …

Continue reading “Walk with Purpose in the Direction You’re Going”

We’re great at measuring success at work: ·      deadlines hit, ·      problems solved, ·      teams led. Then we walk in the door and step into …

Continue reading “Purposeful Parenting Starts With You”

At Coral Gables Counseling Center, we often have what we call Meeting of the Minds, better known as MOM meetings. These are meetings where psychologists, …

Continue reading “Why Boredom Is Good for Kids”

Clients come to me “searching” for their purpose. But what if purpose isn’t something you find? What if it’s something you choose? It’s easy to …

Continue reading “Purpose Isn’t Found. It’s Chosen.”

Let’s be honest. “I’m fine” is one of the most loaded phrases in the English language, and most of the time, it’s a lie. Not …

Continue reading ““I’m Fine”. Sure. Let’s Unpack That.”

We’ve come a long way in creating more space for emotional awareness, especially around women’s mental health. But there’s a blind spot that still lingers …

Continue reading “What About Him? Understanding the Emotional Biology of Men”

As a therapist, I work with people from all walks of life. Some arrive in the middle of a crisis, while others are simply looking …

Continue reading “How Sports Psychology is Helping Young Men Open Up”

By Pete Hermida, RMHCI, NCC, MA It is a scenario that plays out in millions of relationships: An argument starts. The emotional temperature in the …

Continue reading “Why Men Freeze During Relationship Conflict (And How to Thaw)”

The comedian Bill Burr has a great bit (though NSFW) where he talks about wanting to carve a pumpkin at Halloween. But he can’t – …

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As we close May and Mental Health Awareness month, we are sharing this last bonus blog by Vicki as a reminder.  A reminder that mental …

Continue reading “Mental Health Myths”

When most people think about therapy, they usually picture adults talking about stress, relationships, or work problems.  But the truth is, kids go through hard …

Continue reading “Therapy is for Kids Too – And That’s OK”

By Izaskun Cruz, LMFT Sometimes we don’t realize emotional exhaustion because technically we are still functioning. We still wake up every morning, go to work, …

Continue reading “Emotional Exhaustion in Everyday Life”

Trigger Warning: Suicide Suicide is a difficult topic to discuss, but it is one we cannot afford to ignore. Suicide is defined as “the act or …

Continue reading “What Can Individuals Do to Prevent Suicide?”

I believe in boundaries because, for a long time, I didn’t have any. The result? I got very sick. Eight years ago, I was diagnosed …

Continue reading “Boundaries – Real or a Cover-Up?”

By Bianca Gabay, RMHCI When most people think about prevention, they think about avoiding problems. Staying calm. Keeping the peace. Not letting things get “too …

Continue reading “Prevention Isn’t What You Think”

By Elizabeth Schaul, MHC Intern It is easy to imagine that the future will unfold naturally over time. That with enough effort, or simply enough …

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By Izaskun Cruz, LMFT We often think prevention means avoiding pain. Like if we do things “right,” nothing difficult will happen. But life sometimes is …

Continue reading “Prevention Now – Before It’s Too Much”

By Cristina Ferreira, LMHC, MFT, NCC In a world that constantly feels like it’s pulling us into a million different directions and often focused on …

Continue reading “Are You Actually Living? Or Simply Going Through the Motions?”

The other day, at the very end of a yoga class, our teacher said something that made everyone in the room smile. “And now,” she …

Continue reading “Hardest Yoga Pose? Not What You Think…”

By Izaskun Cruz, LMFT Emotions are built through a lifetime of experiences, yet we still get the sensation that they control us or that we …

Continue reading “Mindful Living and the Language of Emotions”

By Elizabeth Schaul, MHC Intern How many of us move through our days simply going through the motions without truly connecting to our bodies or …

Continue reading “Living Mindfully: Reconnecting With the Present Moment”

By Elizabeth Schaul, MHC Intern Many of the people we work with deeply value caring for others. They are parents, partners, caregivers, professionals, and friends …

Continue reading “You Can’t Pour from an Empty Cup: The Importance of Loving Yourself First”

February is the month of love. Since Christmas ended, stores have been filled with cards, chocolates, and flowers… Reminders to show love to spouses, partners, …

Continue reading “Beyond Valentine’s Day: Love Starts with You”

Let’s revisit the love languages (made famous by Chapman a few years back). Y’all, the key is that you speak THEIR love language. Cross translate. …

Continue reading “Love Language, Lost in Translation”

By Vanessa Molina, LMFT Cheers to a new year. 2026 is here, and with it comes the familiar pull toward reflection and personal growth. Many …

Continue reading “A Year of Editing…”

By Vanessa Molina, LMFT Sometimes reflection from others feels wrong—not necessarily because there is no truth in it, but because it challenges how we see …

Continue reading “Navigating Reflection in Family and Friendships”

As the year comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on family and friends. It has been a year of reconnection, deeper communication, personal …

Continue reading “A Year Lived Intentionally”

By Elizabeth Schaul, MHC Intern Every day, in the quiet moments between sessions, I find myself reflecting on the people who fill my life with …

Continue reading “Hold Close the People Who Carry You”

December is one of the busiest times of the year. End of the year, family commitments, school activities for kids, concerts, Christmas bazaars, holiday preparations, …

Continue reading “From Chaos to Connection: A 5-Minute December Reflection on the People You Love”

November and its celebration of Thanksgiving are one of those gentle reminders of how grateful we should be — how fortunate and lucky we are. We scroll …

Continue reading “When Gratitude Doesn’t Come Naturally…”

There is a parable about a large family living in a one room hut in a small village. The only thing they have to their …

Continue reading “🎁🐐 The Gift of the Goat…”

By Elizabeth Schaul, MHC Intern October is a time when we often pause to focus on women’s health. It is a reminder of how deeply …

Continue reading “Prioritizing Women’s Health”

By Roxie Campos, MS, LMFT Have you ever known you were safe, but your body didn’t feel that way? Maybe certain memories, sounds, or moments still bring …

Continue reading “EMDR: Finding Peace in the Present…”

If you’ve ever set a goal, sworn you’d stick to it, and then quietly ghosted yourself two weeks later, welcome to being human. Most of …

Continue reading “Self-Improvement Without Self-Bullying: The Desire → Motivation → Design Loop”

By Elizabeth Schaul, MHC Intern When you hear the phrase self-care, what comes to mind? Many people picture spa days, vacations, or special treats. While those …

Continue reading “🧠🏃‍♀️✨ Caring Today for Your Mind, Body, and Spirit!”

By Diana Meneses This month, I’ve been reflecting on how much my mental health journey has shaped my relationships — with friends, family, romantic partners, …

Continue reading “Becoming the brightest version of myself!”

As a life coach for attorneys, I witness firsthand the issues that create anxiety in the legal profession. As an attorney recruiter, I see exactly …

Continue reading “Back to School: Insights for 1Ls”

A Parent’s Guide to Tackling Separation Anxiety with Heart Let’s be real — saying goodbye to your child when they are clinging to you like …

Continue reading “Don’t Leave Me! (No, Really)”

By Anastasiya Rusilka, Mother of Three and a Mental Health Counselor I want to tell you something I wish more people would say out loud: …

Continue reading “No Instructions, Just Love: Parenting When You’re Tired…”

Throughout my years as a therapist, parents have come to me with many different challenges their children are facing. One of the most common concerns …

Continue reading “Introvert, Extrovert, or Both? Understanding Your Child”

By Analisse Ortiz, Office Manager, CGCC Raising my daughter Charlie, who just turned two, has been and will continue to be the most rewarding experience …

Continue reading “Parenting Panic? Relax, You’ve Got This!”

By Bianca Gabay, National Certified Counselor Father’s Day was just celebrated — a day filled with backyard barbecues, sentimental cards, and heartfelt posts about appreciation …

Continue reading “Men, Mental Health, and the Legacy of Silence After Father’s Day…”

You’re tired. Maybe more than tired — you’re exhausted. Mentally checked out. Questioning everything about your job. But pause for a moment. Ask yourself: Am …

Continue reading “Is it the Wrong Job or Is it Burnout?”

Let’s not sugarcoat it: Divorce can feel like the ground just dropped out from under you. Even if you’re the one who asked for it. …

Continue reading “Divorce’s Emotional Toll: Act Now to Heal!”

When we think of prevention, we often imagine physical health: checkups vaccines more water less food more workouts But prevention goes far beyond the physical …

Continue reading “Is FEAR Blocking Your Awesome Future Today?”

By Izaskun Cruz Nuñez, LMFT We often think of mental health challenges as signs that something has gone wrong, a punishment, a flaw, or a …

Continue reading “Mental Health: Messages Written in the Sand”

By Emilia Alvarez Money. Money money money, dollar dollar bills, y’all. It’s arguably one of the most stressful things we as humans deal with. No …

Continue reading “Finding Joy in Budgeting Now – for a Better Future”

I got the inspiration for this blog in the most obscure way… A local music festival, the energy buzzing, people all around, and right in …

Continue reading “Be Kind to Your Mind: Mental Health Tips for a Better Future!”