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How Divorce and Separation Affect Children: What Parents Need to Know

Families are systems. Think about an old-fashioned hanging mobile. Every piece affects the others. Move one piece, remove one, or change its weight, and the entire mobile has to adjust. Families aren't all that different. When a relationship ends, adults experience...

Best of North Port Mental Health Therapy 2026 | Rooted Therapies

We are honored to share that Rooted Therapies has been named the 2026 Best of North Port for Mental Health Therapy, marking the second consecutive year our practice has received this recognition. After being named Best of North Port for Mental Health Therapy in 2025,...

I Chose to Leave…Now What? Navigating Divorce and Separation With Intention | North Port, FL

There is so much conversation around divorce. When to leave. How to file. What happens with the kids. Who gets the house. How to divide finances. But there is something I think we talk about far less: the human being actually walking through it. Deciding to leave a...

How to Support Your Child’s Mental Health During Back-to-School Season

mental health deserves as much attention as backpacks, schedules, and school supplies. The beginning of a school year often comes with pressure to get everything organized quickly. Families are adjusting to earlier mornings, homework, sports, transportation, new...

I Chose to Stay…Now What?

One of the hardest questions I hear in my office isn't, It's what comes after. "I've decided to stay...now what?" Maybe you've experienced betrayal. Maybe you've drifted apart over the years. Maybe the arguments have become more frequent, the silence has become...

Before You Decide to Stay or Leave: Have You Done Your Work?

Introduction There are few questions that carry more weight than this one: Should I stay, or should I leave? If you're asking that question, I want to gently suggest that there may be an even more important question underneath it: Have I done my work? As a marriage...

Why Couples Repeat the Same Relationship Patterns

Trauma, Attachment & Doing the Work Beneath the Surface If you are in a relationship that feels heavy, disconnected, confusing, or stuck in the same painful cycles, you are not alone. Many couples walk into therapy believing they are fighting about communication,...

What Your Child’s Behavior Is Really Telling You

Nurturing Your Mental Wellness through Parenting Awareness Parenting has a way of bringing you face to face with moments that feel confusing, frustrating, and overwhelming. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking,“Why is this happening?”or“Nothing I’m doing is...

 Parenting with Awareness: Understanding Your Child’s Behavior and Leading from Values

There is a quiet question I hear from parents almost weekly in my therapy office at Rooted Therapies: “Am I messing this up?” It rarely comes out that directly. It shows up in exhaustion, in defensiveness, in overcompensating, or in the long explanations about why...

Trusting Yourself in Your 20s: When Fear Gets Loud and Your Life Still Moves Forward

If you are in your 20s, or you love someone who is, you have probably felt it. The strange mix of freedom and pressure. On one hand, you can do anything. Move. Date. Travel. Start over. On the other hand, that much possibility can feel like standing in front of five...
Layers of Motherhood: A Therapist’s Reflection

Layers of Motherhood: A Therapist’s Reflection

My identity as a therapist took root years before I welcomed motherhood into my life. Years of clinical training gave me professional tools for healing—yet none fully prepared me for the profound layers of becoming a mother. Each day, I sit with clients as they share...

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Getting to the Root of Limited Self Trust

Getting to the Root of Limited Self Trust

Introduction Self-trust blossoms when we embrace personal growth beyond familiar boundaries. In this months podcast episode, Lisa shared an insightful analogy about a rubber band. She explained that the rubber band’s true strength doesn’t come from staying static, but...

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New Year, New Goals: Setting Yourself Up for Success

New Year, New Goals: Setting Yourself Up for Success

As the calendar turns to January, it’s natural to reflect on the past year and think about what you want to achieve in the months ahead. For many, the new year symbolizes a fresh start—a chance to embrace change, cultivate growth, and chase dreams. But while setting...

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Open House and Ribbon Cutting: Come Connect with Us!

Open House and Ribbon Cutting: Come Connect with Us!

A New Chapter Begins As of October 1st, we've moved to our new home at 2562 Commerce Parkway, Unit B, North Port, FL 34289. This move represents more than just a change of address—it's a testament to our growing commitment to providing top-tier mental health care for...

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What to Expect in a Therapy Session at Rooted Therapies

What to Expect in a Therapy Session at Rooted Therapies

Understanding what happens in a can help ease any fears or anxieties you may have. Here’s a detailed look at what a typical therapy session looks like at Rooted Therapies in North Port, Florida. A Typical Therapy Session Most therapy sessions last between 45 to 60...

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