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Mental health, DBT, couples, parenting, depression, anxiety, relationships, divorce related issues.

10/15/2026

🎃 Halloween Parties & Peer Pressure

Halloween can be a lot of fun, but parties and social situations can also bring pressure to do things you may not be comfortable with.

Maybe everyone is drinking. Someone wants you to try something. Your friends are pushing you to stay when you want to leave. In the moment, it can be hard to know what to do.

💡 Try the DBT STOP Skill:

🛑 S | Stop
Don’t react right away.

✋ T | Take a step back
Give yourself a moment to breathe and think.

👀 O | Observe
What’s happening? What are you feeling? What do YOU actually want?

🧠 P | Proceed mindfully
Make a choice that works for you, not just the choice that gets you approval from everyone else.

And remember: You don't need to prove yourself by doing something you're uncomfortable with. Having a plan for how you’ll handle pressure or leave a situation can make it easier to stick to your boundaries.

Save this for your teen, share it with a parent, or keep it handy before Halloween weekend. 🎃

10/11/2026

🏳️‍🌈 National Coming Out Day

Coming out can be a deeply personal experience, and there is no one right way or timeline to do it.

Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported for who they are. Having the space to explore and understand your identity, express who you are openly, and feel accepted can make a meaningful difference in mental health and well-being.

For many, coming out is about being able to live more congruently with who you are on the inside and how you live your life on the outside. That process can take time, courage, and support. No one should feel pressured to share before they are ready, and everyone deserves to have people in their corner when they do.

At My Counseling Connections, we believe everyone deserves a space where they can be themselves, without judgment. 💙

10/05/2026

✨ Sometimes a life transition isn’t about starting over. It’s about figuring out what comes next.

Women move through so many different chapters of life. A career change, becoming a parent, changes in relationships, divorce, children growing up, entering a new stage of adulthood, or simply realizing that the life you’ve been living no longer feels like the life you want.

Even when a transition is positive or something you chose, it can bring uncertainty, difficult emotions, and questions about who you are and what comes next.

Anesia Lee works with women navigating life’s transitions, helping them recognize their strengths, build self confidence, and gain clarity around the life they want to create.

With her background in Couples and Family Therapy, Anesia understands that major life changes can affect more than just the individual. Relationships, family roles, communication, and boundaries can all shift as we move into a new chapter.

Her DBT training adds practical tools for managing the emotional side of those changes, including navigating difficult emotions, tolerating uncertainty, communicating needs, and creating healthier boundaries.

Together, these approaches can help women better understand what they’re experiencing, how it’s affecting their relationships, and what they want their next chapter to look like.

You are the expert of your life. Therapy can be a space to gain clarity, discover what works for you, and move forward with greater confidence. 💙

📞 Call 954-477-7455 to schedule a complimentary phone consultation with Anesia. She sees clients both in person and virtually.

10/01/2026

🧠 Depression & Mental Health Screening Month

Mental health deserves a place in our regular check-ups, just like our physical health. Screening can be an important first step in recognizing when something may be affecting how we feel, think, or function.

Not everyone will answer every question honestly or feel comfortable sharing what they’re experiencing, but simply being asked can be meaningful. It creates an opportunity to pause, reflect, and start thinking about the importance of mental health.

Sometimes, being asked, “How are you really doing?” can be the beginning of a conversation someone didn’t know they needed.

Taking care of your mental health is part of taking care of you. 💙

If you or someone you care about could benefit from support, call 954-477-7455 to schedule a complimentary 15 minute consultation with one of our therapists.

09/30/2026

DBT Skills Group for Teens 💙

Being a teenager can come with big emotions, changing relationships, academic pressure, social stress, and a lot of expectations. Sometimes knowing what to do isn’t enough. Teens need **skills they can actually use.**

Our DBT Skills Group for Teens** provides an interactive, supportive environment where teens can learn how to:

✨ Become more mindful and self-aware
✨ Manage anxiety, depression, and overwhelming emotions
✨ Reduce impulsive behaviors and build healthier coping skills
✨ Strengthen relationships and communicate more effectively

The group includes an **initial intake, weekly group meetings, private one-on-one coaching, and a printable workbook** to help teens practice what they’re learning.

Available in person and virtually, with weeknight sessions.

Giving your teen practical tools now can help them navigate challenges with greater confidence and build skills they can carry with them for years to come.

📞 Call 954-477-7455 to learn more or reserve a spot.

09/28/2026

Please Welcome Nicholas Estefan! 💙
We’re excited to welcome Nicholas Estefan to the My Counseling Connections team!
Nicholas works with adults, children, teenagers, and families, helping clients navigate the many pressures that can come with relationships, parenting, finances, and simply trying to hold everything together.
His goal is to create a warm, supportive environment where you can slow down, clear your mind, and gain the perspective you need to figure out what comes next.
Nicholas is trained in Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), an evidence-based approach that focuses on identifying strengths, building on what’s already working, and creating practical steps toward meaningful change.
Therapy doesn’t have to mean having all the answers before you walk through the door. Sometimes, having the right space to pause, reflect, and focus on what’s possible can help make the next step feel a little clearer.
Please join us in welcoming Nicholas to MCC! 💙
📞 To learn more or schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation, call 954-477-7455

09/26/2026

Anxiety propels us into the future. Mindfulness helps bring us back to the present.

Learning simple DBT skills can make a meaningful difference.

Call 954-477-7455 for a complimentary consultation.

09/21/2026

Depression can be difficult to recognize, especially when it doesn’t look the way we expect.

Sometimes depression looks like feeling sad or hopeless. But it can also look like:

• Losing interest in things you usually enjoy
• Feeling exhausted, even after getting enough rest
• Withdrawing from friends and family
• Having difficulty concentrating or making decisions
• Feeling irritable or overwhelmed
• Struggling with motivation or everyday responsibilities
• Feeling disconnected or like you’re simply going through the motions

And sometimes, someone can look like they’re doing just fine on the outside while struggling significantly on the inside.

Depression isn’t a character flaw, and struggling doesn’t mean you’re weak. It’s okay to ask for support, even if you can’t fully explain what you’re feeling.

Therapy can provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to understand what you’re experiencing and develop tools to help you move forward. DBT skills can also help with emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and building positive experiences when life feels especially difficult.

You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to reach out. 💙

If you or someone you care about is struggling, support is available.

📞 Call My Counseling Connections at 954-477-7455 to schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation.

09/18/2026

Parenting with DBT 💙

Parenting can bring some of the biggest emotions of all. When your child or teen is struggling, it can be difficult to know how to stay calm, communicate effectively, and support them while taking care of yourself, too.

Parenting with DBT is a 10-week virtual support group designed to help parents learn practical DBT skills they can use in everyday family life.

You’ll learn how to:

✨ Build stronger, healthier connections with your children
✨ Become a calmer and more present parent
✨ Manage your own stress and intense emotions
✨ Support your teen in using DBT skills
✨ Help your teen build self-awareness and healthier coping strategies
✨ Create a more positive family environment

One of the most powerful parts of learning DBT as a parent is that you’re learning the same types of skills your teen may be learning.** That shared language can create more understanding and connection at home.

You don’t have to be a perfect parent. You can learn, practice, repair, and grow alongside your child. 💙

📞 Call 954-477-7455 for questions or to register.

09/13/2026

💜 Su***de Prevention Week is a reminder that every conversation matters.

In a world where many people are turning to AI for answers, advice, or simply someone to "talk" to, it's worth remembering that while technology can be a helpful tool, it should never replace human connection.

AI can offer information, coping strategies, and words of encouragement. It may even help you organize your thoughts or put words to feelings that have been difficult to express. But it cannot truly know your lived experience, recognize every warning sign, or provide the compassionate care and support that comes from a trusted friend, family member, therapist, or crisis professional.

If you're struggling, you deserve more than validation through a screen. You deserve to be heard, understood, and supported by real people who can walk alongside you.

If someone in your life opens up about thoughts of hopelessness or su***de:
💜 Listen without judgment.
💜 Take what they say seriously.
💜 Encourage them to connect with a mental health professional or another trusted support.
💜 Stay connected. Sometimes knowing someone cares can make all the difference.

Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're reaching out for yourself or someone you love, you don't have to face life's hardest moments alone.

If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or thoughts of su***de, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. If there is an immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

At My Counseling Connections, we're committed to creating a safe, compassionate space where healing begins through authentic human connection. If you're looking for ongoing mental health support, call 954-477-7455 to schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation.

💜 You matter. Your story matters. And there is hope.

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817 S. University Drive, Suite #121
Plantation, FL
33324

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 9pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 9pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19544777455

Website

http://www.MyCounselingConnections.com/

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