Having a loved one in your life who is abusing drugs or alcohol can be a complicated position. Seeking help or rehab is not always the first option as they may not want help or are not ready to quit their addiction. First, noticing the signs and symptoms followed by having progressive, understanding conversations can open their eyes to the...[ read more ]
Anxiety is a natural dialogue between our mind and body. It’s a red flag that something might be going on in our surroundings that requires our attention. For most of us, anxiety is an uncomfortable but fleeting feeling that pops up on occasion during particularly stressful times. For some, anxiety may be more present and color more of their daily...[ read more ]
When we’re young, life transitions are fun and empowering. We go from crawling to walking, walking to running. We start with training wheels but soon no longer need them. As we age we graduate into higher grades and become more independent. But as adults, life transitions can feel not so fun and far from empowering, because life transitions can often...[ read more ]
We have exciting News! Caring Therapists of Broward is expanding once again to a second location in Fort Lauderdale! Our new downtown Fort Lauderdale location is opening in May 2021 on the 17th floor of the Fox building. This new office is associated with the successful practices in Davie, FL and Wellington, FL. At our new Fort Lauderdale location, we...[ read more ]
April is National Minority Health Month, a time for individuals within the BIOPC community to focus on addressing their mental health needs. Started 20 years ago, the National Minority Health Month Foundation launched National Minority Health Month to strengthen the commitment of local communities and mental health practitioners to eliminate the barriers minority populations often face when struggling with mental...[ read more ]
Not many of us remember our teenage years as walks in the park. That’s because this time in our life is punctuated by uncertainties, social pressure, and a surge of hormones. Because of this perfect storm, many teens act out, which can cause a lot of chaos and disruption in the home and family. Here are 3 reasons why teens...[ read more ]
One thing the Covid-19 pandemic has brought about for many of us, is some degree of stress, worry, or anxiety. Having lived through more than a year of lockdowns, dodging germs, and dealing with turmoil, many of us face a new concern: the vaccine itself. So, how do you work through the anxiety you experience, whether it’s related to when...[ read more ]
For some people, working from home is a normal routine. This is, after all, the gig economy, and many people have been freelancing, making a living from their home office for many years now. But for others, working from home is a completely new phenomenon brought about by the global pandemic. For this second group of people, working from home...[ read more ]
We live in a society that seems obsessed with physical health and weight loss. A majority of people have tried one or more diets to lose weight. People join gyms, juice, and take supplements, all in an effort to optimize their physical health. Sadly, most people don’t give their mental health a second thought. The problem is, no matter how...[ read more ]
Having a baby is an event that typically brings a lot of joy and excitement for couples. However, roughly 60% of new mothers suffer from postpartum depression (PPD), with symptoms being either moderate or severe. Fortunately, PPD is a common health issue with much discussion and content outlining the symptoms and treatment. What’s not commonly discussed is that new fathers...[ read more ]