Debra Cohen-Melamed, LCSW & Michelle Hintz, PsyD September is both Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. With all honesty, every month is Suicide Prevention Month. We should not wait for the loss of life by suicide to come together as a society and collectively mourn and share grief while also sharing our regrets about how we […]
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By: Michelle Hintz, PsyD As the 2024-2025 school year began in Broward County, South Florida, parents and students alike faced new challenges with the introduction of metal detectors across 38 campuses. The heightened security measures have sparked mixed feelings among the community, with concerns about both safety and the practicality of the new protocols. Broward
By: Lorelis Ploche, MA (Art Therapy), RCMHI Parenting a child with anxiety or ADHD symptoms comes with its own set of challenges and concerns. Finding effective and engaging therapeutic activities that not only address these issues but also foster creativity and self-expression is crucial. Art therapy has long been recognized as a powerful tool for
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Por María Guasone, MS ¿Te suenan las palabras procrastinación y/o pereza? Hmmm, sí a mí también!!!! ¿Qué te viene a la mente cuando decimos procrastinación o pereza? Quizás algo como: “¿Por qué hacerlo hoy si tengo más tiempo después?” “Estoy cansado, lo haré mañana” “Mi jefe aún no me pidió el proyecto, así que no
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By Maria Guasone, MS Do the words procrastination and/or laziness sound familiar to you? Hmmm, yes — to me, too! What comes to your mind when we say procrastination or laziness? Maybe something like: “Why do it today when I have more time later?” “I’m tired, I’ll do it tomorrow” “My boss didn’t ask for
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By: Tyeshaa Hudson, RMHI After wrapping up all my coursework, I was super eager to dive into my internship. I looked for a placement that offered solid training and great mentorship, but also matched up with my personal goals—like the type of clients I wanted to work with and the kind of setting I was
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By: Michelle Hintz, PsyD & Roddia Hill, PsyD Finding a good ‘client-therapist fit’ is one key factor that can make a world of difference in your therapeutic journey and overall mental well-being! So what is that? What is Client-Therapist Fit? Client-therapist fit refers to the level of trust and rapport between you and your therapist. It
We are proud to share that Cadenza Center’s own Michelle Hintz and Ashley Castro were recently featured in a short documentary that sheds light on the daily challenges and triumphs faced by individuals with autism. This documentary offers a poignant exploration of the lives of two individuals with autism, one with severe autism and the
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By: Rebecca David-Cusani, MS, RCMHI Parenting can be a real rollercoaster, especially when you’re trying to figure out if your child is just being defiant or setting boundaries. It’s a subtle distinction, but understanding it can significantly impact how you guide and respond to your child’s development. Defiance is when your child flat out refuses to
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