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Tampa Therapist’s Notes on Antidepressant Medications: Finding Hope in the Battle Against Depression
Living in Tampa can be a delightful experience, with its sunny weather and vibrant culture. However, just like any other city, it's not immune to the emotional struggles that many of us face. As a licensed mental health therapist in Tampa, I've had the privilege of...
Finding the Right Tampa Therapist: A Guide to Prioritizing Your Mental Health
In today's fast-paced world, taking care of our mental health is more important than ever. If you're in Tampa and seeking a therapist to guide you on your journey toward emotional well-being, you've come to the right place. In this blog post, we'll explore practical...
4 Communication Patterns that Destroy Trust- From a Tampa Couples Counselor
Do you and your partner engage in conflict often? When a conflict occurs, does it cause harm to your relationship? If so, you may be struggling with creating healthy and productive communication patterns. Trust is at the core of every healthy relationship, and...
9 Strategies to Combat Burnout- From a Tampa, FL Counselor
By the time the end of the year rolls around, the exhaustion from work and the stress of the upcoming holidays hits hard. After a constant state of stress, feelings of burnout are common. Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by...
Tampa Couples Counseling: Strengthening Relationships Through Road Trip Games
Looking for some fun ways to mix it up and promote connection in your relationship. As a licensed mental health therapist specializing in couples counseling, I want to share a fun and effective way to strengthen your bond and communication skills during those long...
8 Subtle Signs That You May Be a Perfectionist- From a Tampa Counselor for High Achievers
Perfectionism may seem like it manifests as the person who has it all together- the straight-A students, the type-A personalities, the successful entrepreneurs, championship athletes, or the super mom with the perfect kids and the home straight out of better homes and...
Empower Yourself: Breaking Free from the Caretaking Trap of Narcissism- Tips From a Tampa Counselor
As a licensed mental health therapist in the Tampa area, I am here to provide guidance and support for those who find themselves caught in the challenging dynamic of caretaking a narcissist. If you're exhausted from constantly putting the needs of a narcissistic...
I Feel Pressure to Go Out Every Weekend, But I Sometimes Prefer to Stay Home- Is This Normal? A Tampa Therapist Explains
You may reach a point in your 20s where staying in on the weekends sounds more appealing than going out and potentially feeling unwell the next day. As a Tampa therapist, I understand there is this stigma out there that your 20s are a time to be young, go out, have...
12 Tips on How to Support Someone Who is Struggling with Mental Health- From a Tampa Counselor
Whether you struggle with yourself or not, knowing how to support someone struggling with mental health can be challenging. Each individual has their own unique way that mental health issues manifest for them, and each has a different personality that requires various...
Finding Relief and Connection: Find Relief From Social Anxiety And Build Connection through Online Tampa Counseling
Imagine a world where the mere thought of engaging in a social interaction fills you with dread and unease. Your heart races, palms sweat, and your mind becomes clouded with self-doubt. Welcome to the world of social anxiety. If you're reading this, chances are you,...
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I'm Mikela Hallmark, founder of Rise Counseling in Tampa, FL. We love helping people figure out what’s driving discontent, anxiety, worry and disconnectedness. It is our joy to assist clients with overcoming barriers and finding peace, joy, and genuine connection with others.