Carolina Gaviria, LMHC, NCC, CEDS-C
Psychotherapist

Perfect parenting does not exist. We need to be open and willing to learn from our children and have the courage to grow up with them, guide them and embrace our own imperfections in the process. The Gifts of Imperfect Parenting is a practical and hopeful program for raising children who know that they are worthy of love, belonging, and joy.

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"Children learn more from what you are than what you teach." D.B

Eating disorders involve serious disturbances in eating behavior, such as extreme and unhealthy reduction of food intake or severe overeating, as well as feelings of distress or extreme concern about body shape or weight. They affect approximately 25 million Americans, in which approximately 25% are male. Anorexia has the highest mortality rate among all psychological disorders. Recovery is possible. Get HELP NOW!

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Everyone feels anxious now and then. It’s a normal emotion. Many people feel nervous when faced with a problem at work or home, before taking a test, or making an important decision. Anxiety disorders are different, though. They can cause such distress that it interferes with your daily activities and ability to lead a normal life. We can defeat worries, fear and stress through understanding and learning techniques that help us challenge and neutralize them. "Worry gives a small thing a big shadow." (Swedish proverb).

Depression (major depressive disorder or clinical depression) is a common but serious mood disorder. It causes severe symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working. Depression, even the most severe cases, can be treated. The earlier that treatment can begin, the more effective it is.

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Mental and substance use disorders affect people from all walks of life and all age groups. These illnesses are common, recurrent, and often serious, but they are treatable and many people do recover. Learn how recovery-oriented care and recovery support systems help people with mental and/or substance use disorders manage their conditions successfully.​