MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING BLOG, TAMPA FLORIDA

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Understanding Grief: Finding Healing Through Counseling

By Natalia Savage, MS, LPC, LMHC | Sep 22, 2025

Grief is a natural, yet deeply challenging, part of life. Whether it stems from the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or significant life changes, grief can affect every aspect of our emotional, mental, and physical well-being. At Natalia Savage Counseling Center, we specialize in helping clients navigate the complex journey…

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What Happens in the Brain After Trauma?

By Natalia Savage, MS, LPC, LMHC | Sep 5, 2025

At Natalia Savage Counseling Center, many of our clients come in feeling frustrated, confused, or even hopeless about their reactions to trauma. They ask questions like: “Why do I shut down when I’m stressed?” “Why do I keep reliving the past even though I know I’m safe now?” “Is there something wrong with my brain?”…

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5 Ways to Strengthen Your Relationship During Big Life Changes

By Natalia Savage, MS, LPC, LMHC | Aug 13, 2025

  Life has a way of throwing change at us — sometimes exciting, sometimes overwhelming, and often both at the same time. Whether it’s a new job, moving to a different city, becoming parents, blending families, retirement, or navigating a loss, big life transitions can shake up your routines, your stress levels, and yes… even…

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How Therapy Can Help You Create and Achieve Your Goals

By Therapist Tampa | Feb 10, 2025

New Year, New Me & Starting Therapy   A phrase often heard during time each year is “New year, new me,” but what does it really mean to be a “new you?” Most often it means starting up a gym routine, eating healthier, leaving toxic relationships behind, setting healthy boundaries, or reading more books. Those…

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ADHD-understanding and managing it through therapy

By Natalia Savage, MS, LPC, LMHC | Jan 28, 2025

It’s important for individuals with ADHD and their families to gain a comprehensive understanding of what ADHD is, including its symptoms, causes, and how it affects daily life. Educating oneself about the diagnosis can help in creating a more supportive environment and improve daily functioning. When seeking therapy below are some key points to consider…

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Recognizing and navigating narcissistic relationship

By Natalia Savage, MS, LPC, LMHC | Sep 20, 2024

Recognizing a narcissistic relationship can be challenging, but there are some common signs to look out for. Here are a few indicators that you may be in a narcissistic relationship: Constant need for admiration: The other person constantly seeks praise, validation, and attention from you. Lack of empathy: The person shows little empathy or understanding…

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Understanding grief and helping yourself through it

By Natalia Savage, MS, LPC, LMHC | Aug 28, 2024

  Understanding grief is an important step to coping with it. Grief is a natural and complex emotional response to loss. It can be triggered by various types of loss, such as the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a job loss, or a significant life change. Here are some key…

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How to help your kids with school anxiety

By Natalia Savage, MS, LPC, LMHC | Aug 21, 2024

Helping your kids with school anxiety can be challenging, but here are some tips to support them. By implementing these strategies and providing consistent support, you can help your child effectively manage school anxiety and build resilience.    1. Listen to their concerns: Create a safe space for your child to express their worries and…

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How to create healthy boundaries in your relationship

By Natalia Savage, MS, LPC, LMHC | May 28, 2024

Creating healthy boundaries in a relationship involves open communication, self-awareness, and mutual respect. It’s important to understand that healthy boundaries are not about controlling or restricting your partner, but about creating a space where both of you feel safe, valued, and understood.  Here are some steps to help in creating healthy boundaries in your relationship:…

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