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Signs It Might Be Time to Consider TherapyDeciding to start therapy is a personal choice, and it's not always an easy one. Many people wonder if their problems are "bad enough" to warrant professional help, or they hope that things will simply get better on their own. While self-reliance is a strength, sometimes we n... |
Steps to Building Confidence in Your RelationshipFeeling secure and confident in a relationship is the foundation for lasting intimacy and trust. When you feel sure of yourself and your partner's feelings, you can navigate challenges together, communicate openly, and enjoy a deeper connection. However, it's completely norma... |
Dating an Emotionally Available Person: What It Looks LikeRelationships are one of the most rewarding parts of life, but they can also be one of the most challenging. Finding a partner who is ready and willing to connect on a deep, emotional level is often the key to a lasting and fulfilling partnership. This is where emotional avai... |
How to Navigate Life's Toughest ChallengesLife is full of unexpected twists and turns. One moment, you might feel like you're on top of the world, and the next, you could be facing a significant challenge that leaves you feeling lost and overwhelmed. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, a sudden career change, a hea... |
Is Your Inner Critic Too Loud? Here's How to Quiet ItWe all have an inner voice. It’s the narrator of our lives, the one that comments on our actions, choices, and experiences. But what happens when that voice turns critical? A relentless inner critic can fill your head with negative self-talk, undermining your confidence and... |
How To Break Relationship Patterns That Keep You StuckRelationships have a curious way of feeling both familiar and frustrating. You might find yourself having the same argument with your partner, reacting the same way to conflict, or feeling trapped in cycles that seem impossible to escape. These aren't character flaws or signs of incompatibility—they're relationship patterns, and the good news is that patterns can be chang... |
How Unresolved Trauma Can Affect Your RelationshipsNavigating relationships can be challenging on its own. When one or both partners have experienced trauma, it introduces another layer of complexity that can strain even the strongest bonds. Unresolved trauma often shows up in ways we don't expect, influencing how we communic... |
Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment OptionsAlcohol use disorder (AUD) affects millions of Americans, yet many people struggle to recognize when casual drinking has crossed the line into something more serious. This complex condition impacts not just the individual, but their families, relationships, and overall qualit... |
How to Manage Financial Stress: 8 Practical StrategiesMoney troubles can feel overwhelming. Whether you're struggling with mounting bills, job insecurity, or unexpected expenses, financial stress affects millions of Americans every day. The constant worry about making ends meet doesn't just impact your wallet—it takes a seriou... |
How to Be Vulnerable in Your Relationship (Without Losing Yourself)Vulnerability feels risky. Opening yourself up to another person means exposing your fears, insecurities, and deepest thoughts—with no guarantee of how they'll respond. Yet this emotional openness serves as the foundation for deeper intimacy and stronger relationships.... |
Heather Oller is the owner and founder of Orlando Thrive Therapy, Coaching, and Counseling. She is a licensed counselor and a family mediator who has over 23 years of dedicated work as a professional in the mental health field. Through her company's mission, she continues to pave the way for future therapists, and their clients, who want a higher quality of life....and who want to thrive, rather than just survive. You can contact Orlando Thrive Therapy at (407) 592-8997 for more information.