I recently asked a friend of mine when her kids were heading back to school. Her eyes got wide, and she eagerly replied, “Six days from now!” As soon as she said it, there was an expression of guilt that wiped across her face. I could tell that she felt guilty to be excited that her kids were returning back […] The post 3 Simple Reasons Why Back to School is Good for Mom appeared first on Individual, Relationship, Couples & Marriage Therapy - Jacksonville Florida ..read more

The world of dating is constantly evolving. It’s challenging, complicated, and downright confusing. Some rules for dating are outdated but we’ve dug up five dating rules that still stand despite the new dating challenges of texting, dating apps, and advice from reality TV. Every year Match.com conducts a singles in America study. With their research in mind, here are our […] The post Direct and Simple Tips to Avoid Dating Failure appeared first on Individual, Relationship, Couples & Marriage Therapy - Jacksonville Florida ..read more

r Every year I try to think of new and creative New Year’s resolutions. They have ranged from “workout 5 times a week” to “be more patient” and even “learn how to be an awesome cook.” Unfortunately, they all have one thing in common…I never worked out 5 times a week, I didn’t become more patient, and I definitely order […] The post 5 Simple Tips for Successful New Year’s Resolutions appeared first on Individual, Relationship, Couples & Marriage Therapy - Jacksonville Florida ..read more

There are so many articles circulating on how to “survive” the holidays. Let’s be honest–people survive things like hurricanes, plagues, and 5 o’clock traffic. Sometimes people refer to surviving time with family during the holidays too! (If it is that bad, you should probably schedule with us now)! We dream of romantic holidays, but we question how to connect with […] The post Expert Advice: How to Connect to Your Spouse During the Holidays appeared first on Individual, Relationship, Couples & Marriage Therapy - Jacksonville Florida ..read more

Let’s face it – the holidays can be a crazy time. We may joke about venturing into the holiday hustle, but in reality, we all need more help during the holidays. The holidays are full of family, fun, and excitement but that translates to longer to-do lists, special meals to make, people to entertain, gifts to choose, and money to […] The post How To Ask For What You Need During The Holiday Hustle appeared first on Individual, Relationship, Couples & Marriage Therapy - Jacksonville Florida ..read more

When the unthinkable happens, how do you respond? The most natural response is to just act on whatever feels good in the moment. There are many responses to discovering that your partner has cheated – and all of them feel valid in the moment. However, in the days and weeks after the discovery, some reactions hinder healing. This holds true  […] The post The 7 Dreadful Actions: What Not To Do After an Affair appeared first on Individual, Relationship, Couples & Marriage Therapy - Jacksonville Florida ..read more

Halloween has just passed and the stores are already full of Christmas décor. Most people feel like they don’t have time to catch their breath and the holidays fly by in a blur. Research confirms holiday stress is real and while it can be an exciting time, the holidays can also bring on a lot of pressure. Interestingly, holiday stress […] The post Proactive Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday Season appeared first on Individual, Relationship, Couples & Marriage Therapy - Jacksonville Florida ..read more

I can picture it now – the table is beautifully set and filled with delicious food. All of the people I love are gathered around as my Dad gives thanks for the meal. We’re all ready to dig in. My mom stops everyone and asks us to go around the table and share one thing we are thankful for. After […] The post Feeling Grateful: It’s Not Just For Thanksgiving appeared first on Individual, Relationship, Couples & Marriage Therapy - Jacksonville Florida ..read more

Living on caffeine, little sleep, and chocolate has been in vogue in the United States. Work, work work, and no play. In fact, researchers have found that people work more and relax less in the United States, and take less time off. All this work and little time off for personal time has resulted in more stress, higher rates of burnout, and […] The post Why Self Care is the New Black appeared first on Individual, Relationship, Couples & Marriage Therapy - Jacksonville Florida ..read more

Spending the holidays with your own family, even when everyone is getting along, can be challenging. Things can get even more complicated if you are part of a divorced or blended family or if you are coparenting. The holidays are a time intended for celebration, remembrance and thanksgiving.  But for some, it can also be […] The post How to Survive Coparenting During the Chaos of the Holidays appeared first on Individual, Relationship, Couples & Marriage Therapy - Jacksonville Florida ..read more