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Affordable Counseling Center
of Brandon & Riverview Florida
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Sending & receiving ~ good vibes
Believe it or not there’s a science behind “good vibes” and ways to draw them into your life. The law of attraction states, in simple...
Sam DiFranco
Aug 27, 20162 min read
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Are you in love or in love with the idea of love?
Often times we think we are in love, but in reality we are so caught up with the idea of love and being love that we confuse the two....
Sam DiFranco
Jul 30, 20161 min read
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Intrusive Thoughts
Many anxious people have intrusive thoughts, which are frightening thoughts about what might happen to you or someone you care about, or...
Sam DiFranco
Apr 9, 20161 min read
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Nervous about your first counseling session? Here is what you can expect!
Going to counseling can be scary and nerve racking, but knowing what to expect can help ease those nerves and help you get better...
Sam DiFranco
Sep 23, 20141 min read
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Coping With Separation or Divorce.
Going through a separation or divorce can be very difficult, no matter the reason for it. It can turn your world upside down and make it...
Sam DiFranco
Jun 25, 20142 min read
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Happy Thanksgiving!
At Affordable Counseling Center of Brandon we like to aim for positive goals and to help you feel more fulfilled in your daily life...
Sam DiFranco
Nov 27, 20131 min read
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The Truth About Sleeping
Sleep is a definite factor assessed during counseling sessions. Inconsistent sleeping patterns could be a sign of certain mental health...
Sam DiFranco
Nov 24, 20131 min read
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Happy Veteran’s Day
To all of those who serve, and those who have served, and their families we would like to say Happy Veterans Day!! We are grateful that...
Sam DiFranco
Nov 11, 20131 min read
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SAMHSA’s a Blog
Did you know SAMHSA has a blog? Check out their blog at http://www.mentalhealth.gov/blog/2013/11/continuing-the-conversation.html For...
Sam DiFranco
Nov 9, 20131 min read
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The Therapeutic Relationship
#intimacy #counseling #couplescounseling #therapy #counselor #marriage #familytherapy #therapist
Sam DiFranco
Nov 5, 20131 min read
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Employee Profile: Matt Donovan
Matt Donovan has been working at affordable counseling since we started our practice. Matt is currently pursuing his MA in Rehabilitative...
Sam DiFranco
Oct 22, 20131 min read
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Coping With Cancer
http://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatmentsandsideeffects/emotionalsideeffects/emotional-side-effects-landing For more information on...
Sam DiFranco
Oct 13, 20131 min read
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The Dreaded In-laws.
#Florida #counseling #brandon #marriagecounseling #boundaries #therapy #counselor #tampa #StarPoint #Mentalhealth
Sam DiFranco
Oct 8, 20131 min read
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Owner Profile- Clarissa Crystal Belle, LMHC
Clarissa Crystal-Belle Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), is co-founder and the Executive Clinical Director at Star Point...
Sam DiFranco
Sep 18, 20131 min read
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Update From SAMHSA
SAMHSA is the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. They are government ran coalition that keeps people up to date...
Sam DiFranco
Sep 13, 20131 min read
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Owner Profile: Sam DiFranco
Sam DiFranco is co-founder and business director at Affordable Counseling Center of Brandon. Sam’s mission was to provide quality mental...
Sam DiFranco
Sep 11, 20131 min read
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What Type of Mental Health Professional Do I Need?
This is a brief article meant to inform you of the different levels and types of mental health counselors. Many people who go to...
Sam DiFranco
Sep 4, 20133 min read
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