by Other | Nov 7, 2013 | Children, Family
Written by Francine Martinez, Ph.D. Nineteen years ago I became the proud adoptive mom of my now 25 year old daughter. The process leading up to the adoption began several years before any paperwork was completed. Considerations of financial stability,...
by Other | Sep 27, 2013 | Family, Therapy
Written by Karin Thebus, Psy.D. Addiction has devastating effects on all who become addicted, but adolescents are especially vulnerable to the effects of addiction. The behaviors and thought processes associated with adolescence are unique, and therefore a need exists...
by Other | Sep 18, 2013 | Personal Improvement
Written by Francine Martinez, Ph.D. “A time for everything: A time to relax and a time to be busy, a time to frolic and a time to labor, a time to receive and a time to give, a time to begin and a time to finish.” –Unknown Author School is back in session, summer...
by Other | Aug 28, 2013 | Relationships, Therapy
Written by Rebecca Zygar Whatever the reason, however inevitable or unpredictable the end of the relationship is, breaking up is hard to do. Healing after a breakup can take time. By learning how to cope with your break up in a healthy manner, you actually have the...
by Other | Aug 14, 2013 | Personal Improvement
Written by Fabiola Figueroa, Ph.D. Imagine it’s the World Cup Soccer series. And this is the match in which the World Cup champion is determined. The teams are tied 1-1. The game goes into overtime with two 15-minute periods. The teams alternate in scoring goals. ...
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