Kranz Counseling

08/27/2026

06/19/2026

The Best Father’s Day Gift Costs Nothing: Putting Down Our Walls

With the commercialization of everyday life, it is easy to understand why people are cynical about Father's Day. But beneath the grilling, greeting cards and gifts, Father's Day stands for something very special. It's about our need to genuinely connect with our fathers in a meaningful way that fosters a deeper appreciation with your Dad.

This year instead of getting caught-up in the perfectly grilled hamburger, try and let down your walls and initiate real, sincere communication with your father. Sincere communication does not mean rehashing old grievances or having a dramatic show-down. It means verbally sharing your genuine appreciation for your father and letting him know that he made a difference in your life. Start out simple. Ask him, "when did it really hit you that you were a father, what did that feel like for you." Allow the conversation to develop. Listen to his story and remember that fatherhood is a learning process. No one hands you an owners manual when you become a Dad.

Father's are human and they make mistakes. Try and appreciate that the mistakes made along the way is also part of the story of being a parent, being a father. It's been my experience as a spouse and a parent that there are things I wish I could do over. But life isn't like that and if all we do is dwell in the past, we will never move forward. Remember the past, discuss it, learn from it. But also savor the moments you have now.

So this year put down the walls and pass on buying him a tie.

06/18/2026

How Prepping for the Week Helps Shift Your Focus

It's hard enough dealing with your ADHD symptoms but now somehow Sunday has sneaked-up on you and you are TOTALLY UNREADY for the week. Here are a few tried and true ideas that I have used in my practice that can really help:

"Taking a few minutes": Send a few minutes getting ready for the coming week by making a few simple changes that will help build a routine:

Place a single basket or tray in your kitchen or near your front door: Put your keys, wallet, badge, sunglasses and anything else you know you will need for the upcoming week. It works because it is simple and helps eliminate that frantic, time-wasting search for belongings - especially on a Monday morning!

Prepare a couple of meals for the upcoming week: Nothing fancy, the goal is to prepare a few easy, healthy meals that you can grab from the fridge on your way out. It works because it will only take a few minutes on a Sunday afternoon to cut up a few veggies and maybe make a yogurt cup with some fresh fruit. And it avoids the "analysis paralysis" of trying to make a decision when you are late for work and hungry!

Pick out two complete outfits for the week: I use this one myself, especially with my youngest child. Set out a complete outfit - including underwear, socks, shoes and belt. Hang them together at the front of your closet. The reason why this works is pretty obvious. It avoids the morning time crunch which drains your executive function.

Embracing the "New You": I call my therapy practice "Reinventing U Therapy" because it's my professional goal to help you shed the shame of past failures and recognize your inherent ability to transform yourself and improve yours self-image. Prepping, especially when you are dealing with ADHD symptoms, not only saves time - it also fundamentally helps you rewire brain. When you build systems that work with your brain instead of against it, you stop identifying as "scattered" and "hopeless" and start seeing yourself as capable. And that's how you Reinvent U!

If you want to dive deeper into this transformation, let me know. You can email me or even call for a free 15 minute consult.

04/27/2026

Well it's Monday afternoon and I am finally getting to the post I wanted to get out in the early-morning. It's about how to combat burnout and keep yourself centered during a busy and trying week. Here it goes:

1. "Set and Protect" work boundaries by using my "SALT" approach:

(a) Strictly define start and end times for work;

(b) Avoid checking emails and texts off-hours (if it's really
important, you will get a call);

(c) Learn to say "no" and delegate when you can;

(d) Take "Micro-Breaks" - brief 5 to 10 minutes to step away from the screen, do some quick deep breathing exercises (even at your desk), take a quick walk outside if you can. Getting the "blood flowing" can really reduce tension and reset focus.

Lastly, don't forget to get eat right, get a good night's sleep and reward yourself on weekends by doing things that you really enjoy and helps define who you are and what makes you tick!

02/18/2026

Are you successful on the outside—but privately exhausted, overwhelmed, or questioning how long you can keep up the pace? Many high-achieving professionals wear a mask of competence while quietly struggling with burnout, isolation, anxiety, ADHD, or substance use. You may be functioning at a high level, yet feeling anything but balanced. Therapy can be a space where you don’t have to perform—where honesty replaces pressure and real change begins.
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with over 15 years in practice, and I previously practiced family law for 20 years. That experience gives me firsthand insight into high-stakes, high-pressure careers and the personal toll they can take. I specialize in working with professionals at risk for burnout, particularly those navigating adult ADHD and addiction (including dual diagnosis). My approach is active, goal-oriented, and solution-focused.

02/05/2026

We’re more "connected" than ever, yet lonelier than we’ve ever been. It’s time to trade the scroll for the soul.

In a world that is more "connected" than ever, many of us are finding ourselves feeling increasingly alone. We spend hours scrolling through the highlight reels of strangers, often forgetting that the most important connections are the ones sitting right across from us.

The toll on our mental health is becoming impossible to ignore. Research highlights a direct link between high social media usage and increased rates of depression and social anxiety. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), constant digital scrolling often replaces "real-life" interactions, leading to a "substitution effect" that leaves us feeling more isolated.

To counter this, we must reclaim the traditional anchors that have always kept families strong. The philosopher Edmund Burke famously noted that the "first principle of public affections" is to learn to love the little platoon we belong to in society. Reconnecting with your own "little platoon"—your family and friends—through intentional rituals like a Sunday dinner is one of the most protective things you can do. The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) notes that these shared meals provide a sense of security and belonging that shields both children and adults from stress.

I’ve personally noticed that on the days I put the screen down and focus on those in front of me, that heavy cloud of anxiety starts to lift. Our minds weren't designed for constant stimulation; they were designed for community and presence.

This week's challenge: Try a "digital-free" Sunday dinner. Put the phones in a basket and focus entirely on the people at your table. You might be surprised how much quieter the mind feels when the heart is full.

What was your favorite childhood tradition growing up? Have you kept it up?

01/07/2026

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01/05/2026

Well, it's a new year and as a therapist I am hearing the usual assortment of new year resolutions. All the usual suspects - loosing weight, cutting down on alcohol, ,exercising more. But here's an idea, especially if you are in a relationship: why not sit down with your significant other and discuss what both of you can do to make the relationship better. Maybe having a weekly date night, learning a new craft or hobby or even addressing an important financial or health issue that you both keep putting off ...

Any thoughts?