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Play Therapy for Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Unfortunately, one of the most frequent reasons parents or guardians seek out play therapy at Family Strategies Counseling & Mediation is because their child is a survivor of sexual abuse. Play is fundamental to the way children process their world, and so we use...
Our Approach to Premarital Counseling
Thanks to our diverse staff, we can offer many different kinds of premarital counseling at Family Strategies Counseling and Mediation. Our approach to premarital counseling, therefore, falls into two categories; secular or faith-based premarital counseling. Each...
Child Divorce Counseling: Before, During or After Divorce
When a marriage ends, the whole family feels the effects. Children, in particular, can have a range of reactions, depending on their age and personality. Overall, children need stability, safety, and love to thrive. All these things might be even easier to achieve...
Healing Your Inner Child: Childhood Trauma Therapy
Childhood trauma is an experience of an event by a child that is emotionally painful or distressing—the result of this exposure to trauma results in lasting mental and physical effects. A way to overcome these effects is through childhood trauma therapy, conducted...
What to Expect From Christian Marriage Counseling
The reason someone might choose Christian marriage counseling over secular marriage counseling is different for everyone. In general, Christians have different views on specific issues. For example, you might feel like divorce is not an option and want a counselor...
What to Know Before Beginning Couples Counseling
Deciding to go to couples counseling is in itself a big step. Taking the plunge can be nerve-wracking, embarrassing, and challenging. To make this process a little smoother, here are a few things to know before beginning couples counseling. Family Strategies...
How Can an EMDR Trauma Therapist Treat Complex PTSD?
Complex PTSD is an anxiety disorder that can develop after a series of traumatic events. Many people who struggle with complex trauma may benefit from working with an EMDR trauma therapist to help manage and alleviate their symptoms. However, EMDR can take additional...
What is Trauma Bonding?
Trauma bonding occurs when an abused person forms an unhealthy bond with their abuser. This response typically occurs when the abused person develops sympathy or affection for the abuser. It is important to note that not everyone who experiences abuse develops a...
Co-Parenting Counseling: Is it for Your Family?
Co-parenting can be messy, awkward, and just plain complicated. Unfortunately, no one gives you instructions on how to co-parent after you and your partner separate. However, you are raising a child, and it isn't about how uncomfortable it is for you to be in the same...