In the tempestuous sea of divorce, our hearts are cast adrift, battered by emotions we never thought we'd feel. Yet, amid the wreckage, we can find support in family therapy, guiding you through the tumultuous waters of co-parenting.

As a co-parenting therapist who specializes in delivering family counseling to families of all shapes, I’ve put together some of the tips I use most in session.

Trauma can impact childrens’ lives in several ways, but it can be hard to tell the extent of the impact for any particular event or ongoing trauma. Children aren’t as able to communicate how they feel or what they’re thinking, and childhood trauma can even impact memory formation, so remembering exact events isn’t always possible. Healing traumatic wounds from childhood once you’ve reached adulthood can be tricky.

Narrative therapy is a transformative therapeutic approach that views individuals as authors of their own life stories. It is rooted in the belief that people are not defined by their problems but rather by the narratives they construct around them. Developed by an Australian social worker in the 80’s, this empowering form of therapy seeks to deconstruct negative self-perceptions and limitations.

All too often, especially with teenagers in the house, you may find that family conversations turn into conflict. Sometimes the same kind of conflict, over and over, in fact. This can easily lead to post-argument anxiety, where you find yourself on edge, dreading an argument that will end up in an emotional attack of some sort.

These last three years aside, humans are a social species in need of others, whether it is seeking friendships or romantic relationships. It has been particularly difficult for men to discuss their mental health issues, surrounding anxiety, confidence, and self-worth. Unsurprisingly, these issues take a toll on relationships.

Stress is a normal part of life, but too much of it can have a serious impact on our mental health. In this blog, we’ll explore how stress affects our mental health, the benefits of therapy (offered in Fort Lauderdale and Coral Springs), and some tips and tools for stress management.

EMDR has proven to be a valuable and revolutionary treatment for many conditions, including anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).

Learn how you can use the fresh start of a new year to set and succeed in your personal and professional goals.

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition typically marked by a pattern of hyperactivity-impulsivity and inattention that impedes development and functioning. At Haven Family Therapy, clients are not only taught the most beneficial ADHD tips for their health and lifestyle, but they’re taught to find the strength from within to get motivated.

Whether it’s feeling mistrustful of your own internal compass, feeling out of touch with one or both poles of your personality, or feeling like your family or partners can’t quite understand the complexity of what you feel, it can seem like you might be swallowed whole by the intensity of your emotions.

In this article, we’ll talk about 3 things you can do to deal with anxiety and depression that strikes at the same time!

If you’re familiar with the intense feelings associated with panic attacks, you’re not alone. Panic is one way that our body responds when we aren’t mentally addressing the stress, trauma, or environmental warnings that say we are overwhelmed.

In this article, I’ll walk you through some basic practices you can implement to treat panic attacks and to resume control over your body and experience.

Therapists are trained listeners and use their skillset to make it a safe therapeutic space for men when they do venture into the therapy office. So why aren’t more men taking charge of their mental health and taking advantage of therapists? Why is there a stigma about men going to therapy?

Read on to learn about the stigma around men going to therapy, and the benefits to them when they overcome it!

Have you ever felt that feeling down deep inside of you, where you know things are not right and you are not well? You literally feel stuck in place, not able to move, not able to speak, or see past the darkness. Being attentive to these signs of depression and having a plan of attack against it is helpful to ensure that you or your loved ones don’t get lost in the void.

Read on to learn how to help make sense of your depression & conquer that void!

You want to start therapy and work on overcoming challenges you have been dealing with and take better care of your emotional health. No matter the degree of your readiness, you may still feel nervous about seeking out support, especially if you are not used to discussing your struggles with another person.

Read to learn why a woman’s perspective might be right for you!