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Are you looking for a therapist that understands you "culturally"? Did you have an experience where you've felt unseen or unheard when dealing with healthcare? These are questions that most African Americans face when confronting conversations about mental health and wellness.  How African-American Therapists Can Make A Difference Therapy provides a safe space to talk through your thoughts and feelings...[ read more ]

Have you been searching for new and exciting activities for your teens to experience? Well, look no further. Huntsville is a growing city full of fun and adventure. This blog will list the top spots for teens to enjoy in the city. We'll even throw in some of Huntsville's "hidden gems."   Teen "Hotspots" in Huntsville Stars and Strikes With...[ read more ]

Social media has been impacting the world since the early 2000s. It began with only adult usage but has since trickled down to children and teenagers. Now in 2023, social media plays a significant role in the culture of teenagers.  About 90 percent of teens between the ages of 13-17 use social media platforms. Most teens have mobile devices with...[ read more ]

The rollercoaster known as "the teenage experience" is one of uncertainty. A teenager's life fluctuates between complete opposites, and often, it is never steadily in the middle. Those internal experiences and the fear of the unknown ignite tremendous stress and anxiety. A teen's outlook on life is far from perfect, and that is an understatement.  Inconsistent teenage behavior is nothing...[ read more ]

Teenage pregnancy is a complex issue that affects many young people and their communities. It refers to pregnancy in females aged between 13 and 19 years old, and it can have numerous negative consequences for both the mother and the child. In this blog post, we will explore in more detail some of the reasons why teenage pregnancy is a...[ read more ]

Does My Teenager Need Counseling? In today's society, it is hard to discover if your teenager is in need of counseling or just acting out as teens do.  Children are exposed to much more than in the prior years as an adolescent. As a result, parents often see their teenager's behavior fluctuate. Maybe they're just acting out, and as they...[ read more ]

Many of us are all too familiar with this uncomfortable scenario: someone initially catches your eye, but for one reason or another you lose interest. After letting them know you’ve changed your mind and are no longer interested, they keep messaging you. Or perhaps you’ve never been interested in someone, but they seem to think you’re wrong about your own...[ read more ]

When it comes to relationships, it seems there is often a driving force behind the couple, or one partner who seems to always have the upper hand. This is often referred to as “wearing the pants.” The partner who “wears the pants” is the one most often in control of the relationship.“Wearing the Pants”But what does it mean to have...[ read more ]

Someone slides into the parking spot you had your eye on. A coworker takes credit for your work. Your spouse runs up $200 on the credit card without discussing it first. These are things that are apt to make you angry. And that’s okay. Anger is a natural response to many life events. Like other emotions, anger helps us understand...[ read more ]

When you first fell in love, you could never imagine that someday the sound of your partner chewing could make you want to scream. It’s inevitable that once we are out of our honeymoon phase and reality sets in, we realize that all relationships take work and compromise. But while some couples may hit bumps in the road every so...[ read more ]