South Florida Counseling and Assessment

08/03/2026

Could a Psychological Evaluation Help You or Your Child?

Sometimes the signs are easy to miss. A child who works hard but continues to struggle in school. An adult who has always felt that staying organized, focusing, or remembering things is harder than it seems to be for everyone else.

These challenges are often misunderstood as laziness, lack of motivation, or "just the way I am." In reality, there may be an underlying reason—and understanding it can be life-changing.

A psychological evaluation provides more than a diagnosis. It offers insight into how someone thinks, learns, and processes information, allowing for personalized recommendations, effective treatment, and appropriate school or workplace accommodations.

Whether you're concerned about attention, learning, memory, emotional well-being, or developmental differences, an evaluation can provide the clarity needed to move forward with confidence.

📅 If these signs sound familiar for you or your child, consider scheduling a consultation. The right answers can open the door to the right support.

07/27/2026

From Burnout to Breakthrough 💼✨
By Diana Mayerson, MS

Are you successful on the outside but exhausted on the inside?

If your days are filled with constant pressure, endless deadlines, and racing thoughts, you may be experiencing burnout—not because you're weak, but because you've been carrying too much for too long.

You don't have to stay in survival mode.

As a mental health counselor, I help ambitious, high-achieving professionals reduce stress, manage anxiety, set healthy boundaries, and reconnect with what matters most. Together, we'll create practical, evidence-based strategies that help you regain balance, improve well-being, and sustain success without sacrificing yourself.

✨ Success should enhance your life—not consume it.

You worked hard to build your career. Now it's time to invest in your greatest asset: you.

📞 Schedule a consultation today and take the first step from burnout to breakthrough.

07/20/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Clarisa to the South Florida Counseling and Assessment team! 🎉

We are excited to welcome Clarisa, a compassionate, client-centered therapist and psychological evaluator, to our growing practice.

Clarisa specializes in comprehensive psychological assessments, including ADHD, autism, psychoeducational, neurocognitive, memory, mood disorder, and immigration evaluations. She also provides therapy with a warm, supportive, and culturally responsive approach, helping clients feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout their journey.

Fluent in both English and Spanish, Clarisa is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care to children, adolescents, and adults across South Florida.

We're thrilled to have her on our team and look forward to the positive impact she'll make in the lives of our clients and community.

💙 Welcome to the SFCA family, Clarisa!

07/06/2026

We are honored to announce that South Florida Counseling and Assessment has been Featured on Medical Care Review and recognized as the Top Individual Psychotherapy Practice! 🏆

This recognition reflects our commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care and personalized psychological services to children, teens, adults, couples, and families throughout South Florida.

We are deeply grateful to our clients, referral partners, and community for your continued trust and support. It is a privilege to be part of your journey toward healing, growth, and resilience.

Learn more about this recognition here:
https://soflocounseling.com/accolades/voted-top-individual-psychotherapy-practice

💙 Thank you for allowing us to do the work we love every day.

06/26/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Diana Mayerson, M.S. to the team at South Florida Counseling and Assessment!

Diana works with children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. Her warm, collaborative approach helps clients feel supported and empowered throughout their journey.

We're excited to have her as part of our team! To learn more or refer a client, please contact us.

07/15/2024

El Dr. Richard fue invitado recientemente a Univision para discutir como abordar el tema de cambiar de pais con tus hijos.

Mira la entrevista completa:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ID4MMr1ilU

Dr. Richard was recently invited to be a special guest on Univision to discuss how to approach the topic of moving to a new country with your children

Access the entire interview at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ID4MMr1ilU

Learn more about services provided, access blogs and more at www.CounselingSOFLO.com or click on our bio link

02/14/2024

Love and Oxytocin

Cupid’s arrows must be dipped in oxytocin. Also referred to as the “Love Hormone”, oxytocin is involved in social recognition and bonding, and is believed to play a part in the formation of trust between people.

When you’re attracted to another person, your brain releases dopamine, your serotonin levels increase, and oxytocin is produced. This causes you to feel a surge of positive emotion.

Some of the possible relationship-enhancing benefits of oxytocin include:

• trust
• gazing
• empathy
• positive relationship memories
• fidelity
• positive communication
• processing of bonding cues

Some ways to increase the release of oxytocin include:

• Making Eye Contact
When you smile warmly and look into one another’s eyes, oxytocin can encourage a sense of trust.

• Hugs
A warm embrace can release oxytocin and increase the desire to stay and cuddle

• Holding Hands
Touch can decrease the stress hormone cortisol, lower blood pressure, and release oxytocin

• Kissing
A smooch may start out with a rush of dopamine and desire but can lead to a sweet surge of oxytocin.

• Playing Music and Dancing
Music and dancing can enhance your mood and, yup you guessed it, the release of oxytocin.

Learn more about services provided, access blogs and more at www.CounselingSOFLO.com or click on our bio link

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02/09/2024

12/21/2023

🌟✨ Wishing You a Joyous Holiday Season! ✨🌟

As the year comes to a close, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible community. Your support has been the highlight of our year, and we look forward to another year of growth, connection, and success together. May this festive season bring you moments of joy, peace, and cherished time with loved ones. Here's to a prosperous and fulfilling New Year ahead! 🎉🥂

11/20/2023

🍁 Gratitude for Mental Wellness 🍂

This Thanksgiving, let's reflect on the beauty of gratitude and its profound impact on our mental well-being. 🌟 In the midst of our busy lives, it's essential to pause, breathe, and acknowledge the blessings that surround us. We hope that everyone takes a moment this Thanksgiving to appreciate the small victories, the moments of joy, and the strength within you.

🙏 Wishing you a Thanksgiving filled with warmth, love, and moments of peace. May your heart be light, and may you find joy in the simple pleasures that surround you. 🌈