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Mirella Caro-Cortes

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How to Navigate Challenging Life Transitions

July 26, 2021 by Mirella Caro-Cortes Leave a Comment

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, […]

Filed Under: General, Telehealth

Benefits of Co-Parenting (And How to Do It)

July 13, 2021 by Mirella Caro-Cortes Leave a Comment

When two people decide to separate or divorce, the first question they usually must answer is, “What’s best for the children?” Well, according to the Third International Conference on Shared Parenting, co-sponsored by the National Parents Organization and the International Council on Shared Parenting, children need both parents in their life, no matter how those […]

Filed Under: Parenting, Separation/Divorce

The Truth About Perfectionism

June 28, 2021 by Mirella Caro-Cortes Leave a Comment

We live in a society that values things that appear perfect. And I suppose there are things that can be perfect. Architects can draw the perfect straight line, mathematicians can solve an equation with a perfect calculation, and a chocolate cake can be perfectly moist. But as human beings, we can never reach a state […]

Filed Under: Anxiety, Depression

Creating a Parenting Plan

June 27, 2021 by Mirella Caro-Cortes Leave a Comment

In a perfect world, marriages would never dissolve. But divorce is a reality and one that impacts everyone involved, including the children. To help children feel safe and secure during the weeks and months that follow a divorce, it is important that both parties work together to come up with a co-parenting plan. Keeping Your […]

Filed Under: Parenting, Separation/Divorce

How to Talk to Your Young Child About the LGBTQIA+ Community

June 14, 2021 by Mirella Caro-Cortes Leave a Comment

As a parent or caregiver, it can be difficult to know the right thing to say when kids question what we deem to be adult topics. Broaching topics of sexuality can be awkward for both parties, however, it is a necessary conversation to have. When it comes to talking about homosexuality and transgender individuals, children […]

Filed Under: Adolescents/Teens, Children, LGBTQ

Knowing When to End a Relationship

June 13, 2021 by Mirella Caro-Cortes Leave a Comment

Relationships can enrich our lives, but they can also cause damage. Whether it’s a friend, family member, or significant other, any relationship comes with its share of challenges. And more often than not, putting in the effort to resolve relational issues can and does result in a healthier bond. But there are those relationships that, […]

Filed Under: Couples/Marriage

Therapy for Divorce

May 30, 2021 by Mirella Caro-Cortes Leave a Comment

When we say the words, “I do,” we never imagine that one day those words will turn into, “It’s over.” But the statistics point to the fact that many marriages do not make it. In fact, the CDC reports that 42% of marriages have a high probability of ending in divorce. Why Should You Consider […]

Filed Under: Couples/Marriage, Separation/Divorce

Understanding Sexual Desire Issues

May 17, 2021 by Mirella Caro-Cortes Leave a Comment

Sex is a big part of life. Sex sells. Sex is everywhere. From the time we hit puberty until the time we take our last breath, sex is on our mind a LOT! But what do we really understand about sex? Not the mechanics of it, but the WHY of it. What makes us want […]

Filed Under: Couples/Marriage, Sexual Health

The Importance of Therapy for Caregivers

May 3, 2021 by Mirella Caro-Cortes Leave a Comment

In the U.S., the number of people aged 65 or older is expected to more than double in the coming decades, from 46 million to 98 million. And all of these older people will at some point most likely face one or more health crises. From chronic disease to mobility issues, many of the aging […]

Filed Under: Aging, Anxiety

3 Ways Teens Can Benefit from Therapy

April 19, 2021 by Mirella Caro-Cortes Leave a Comment

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 […]

Filed Under: Addiction, Adolescents/Teens, Anxiety, Grief

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