By: Maria Guasone, MS, RCMHI Understanding Attachment and Its Impact on Relationships Human beings are wired for connection. From the moment we are born, we seek comfort, security, and emotional closeness from those around us. Psychologist John Bowlby’s attachment theory explains how early relationships with caregivers shape the way we relate to others throughout life. […]
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Por María Guasone, MS, RCMHI Comprender el Apego y su Impacto en las Relaciones Los seres humanos estamos diseñados para la conexión. Desde el nacimiento, buscamos seguridad, apoyo y cercanía emocional con quienes nos rodean. La teoría del apego, desarrollada por el psicólogo John Bowlby, explica cómo nuestras primeras relaciones con los cuidadores moldean nuestra
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At the Cadenza Center, we believe in providing the highest quality of care for children receiving Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. To achieve this, we take a dynamic, client-centered approach to how we assign Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). Unlike many providers who assign only one RBT to a child, we intentionally and thoughtfully incorporate changes
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By: Camila Fernandez, PhD & Michelle Hintz, PsyD Receiving an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis for your child is a life-altering moment for many parents. It often brings clarity to long-standing questions about your child’s behaviors but also introduces a complex mixture of emotions and challenges. ASD, a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by difficulties in social
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By: Michelle Hintz, PsyD In today’s world, “freedom” is often synonymous with having limitless options—whether it’s in relationships, careers, or even something as simple as what to watch on Netflix. We chase the ability to keep all doors open, believing that the more choices we have, the freer we are. But the irony is that
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By BriAnne Weaver, MM, MT-BC When 11-year-old Randy started music therapy, his family hoped it might be the key to unlocking progress. Randy had a lot to manage—he’d been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and ADHD. While he thrived on social interactions and loved making others laugh with jokes or
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By: Michelle Hintz, PsyD House Bill 3, titled the “Online Protection for Minors Act,” was signed into law by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in March 2024 and took effect on January 1, 2025. The Verge The law prohibits children under 14 from creating or maintaining accounts on social media platforms. For minors aged 14 and
By Debra Cohen-Melamed, LCSW, Certified TF-CBT Therapist For many people, the effects of trauma can feel like an invisible weight—one that lingers long after the traumatic experience is over. Whether it’s the result of abuse, loss, violence, or other difficult experiences, trauma can leave emotional wounds that don’t always heal on their own. If you’ve
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By: Debra Cohen-Melamed, LCSW The holiday season often brings to mind twinkling lights, cozy gatherings, and picture-perfect family moments straight out of a Hallmark movie. But for many people, the reality looks very different—think heated arguments over dinner, intrusive questions about your personal life, and the creeping feeling of being judged by relatives who only
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