Development tools for a better you
As a counselor I often ask clients what they need or want to be successful day to day. In session clients often struggle to share or even know what they need when asked. Sometimes they say “I don’t really think about my needs”. Oftentimes the needs of others seem more important than their own. It’s […]
As a therapist who works with kids from 5 years old on up, clients are often asking me for good parenting books to read. So I figured I would put together a list. This is by no means an exhaustive list. However, I do reference these books every week. I have also listed a few […]
Why do people pull their hair out? The short answer is “it just feels good”. Even though it can cause a lot of distress and embarrassment it feels good to the people who do it. What is Trichotillomania Recurrent hair pulling with noticeable hair loss Tension before pulling or when attempting to resist Pleasure, gratification, […]
Morning Routines, They Really Work My husband recently came to me and said, “I’m starting a new morning routine. Want to join me?”. I was interested since I am a routine person by nature. I had a morning routine, only there was no “me time” built in. It was a rushed, fast-paced routine of getting […]
When I decided I wanted to share a list of affirmations, Louise Hay was the first person who came to mind. Louise dedicated most of her life teaching others how to live a full and empowered life. She believed the use of daily positive affirmations could create a more full and happy life. I […]
What is emotional dysregulation? As a counselor I am often asked by clients, “Why am I all of the sudden so tired?” Parents wonder what the heck is going on when their child starts crawling on the floor, jumping on the couch, or acting in a way that may seem out of the norm […]
Have you ever wanted to just check out as a parent and take the night off? Wanted the kids to take care of themselves even if just for a few hours? Well, now you can! If your kid is old enough to make their own sandwich or use the microwave, I encourage you to […]
When a natural disaster hits we often ask, what can I do to help? Living in Orlando Florida we have had our fair share of awful hurricanes. Most of us know where to drive to drop off supplies, donate blood, or even donate our time. But what can we do to help when the storm […]
This week Orlando anxiety counselor Amy V. Smith shares her own personal fears of public speaking and offers 10 suggestions for overcoming these fears. Are you someone who gets nervous when you have to speak in front of others? Do you avoid public speaking at all costs? Have you ever missed out on an opportunity […]
Orlando counselor Amy Smith shares her thoughts about how volunteering does the brain and body good. Did you know that giving back does the brain and body good? Well it does. While there are many studies attesting to this fact, I can tell you first hand that volunteering has helped me personally be happier and […]
