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Star Point Counseling Center of Brandon, Lithia & Riverview, Florida
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Boundaries
#counseling #marriagecounseling #Therapist #boundaries #therapy #counselor #relationshipcounseling
Sam DiFranco
Sep 18, 20131 min read
Updates from SAMHSA
Check out all the latest updates from SAMHSA, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration http://www.samhsa.gov/ And to...
Sam DiFranco
Sep 13, 20131 min read


Forgiveness… For You, or For Me?
#depression #offender #counseling #Therapist #infidelity #therapy #forgiveness #grief #counselor #forgive #victim
Sam DiFranco
Aug 28, 20131 min read


First Comes Love, Then Comes Communication…
When couples get engaged to be married, there is often a feeling of euphoria, passion, and happiness. Knowing who you want to spend the...
Sam DiFranco
Aug 15, 20131 min read
What is Cognitive Behavior Therapy, or CBT?
At Star Point Counseling we are committed to providing quality counseling services to our clients. While our counseling approach is...
Sam DiFranco
Aug 7, 20131 min read


Adjusting Back To School- Make Your Transition Easy
For kids and parents alike, the arduous task of preparing for school to start back is needed but not usually welcomed. Backpacks, pens,...
Sam DiFranco
Aug 2, 20132 min read


Owner Profile: Sam DiFranco
Sam DiFranco is the Co-Founder and Executive Business Director at Star Point Counseling. Sam’s energetic attitude and motivation to help...
Sam DiFranco
Jul 18, 20131 min read


Therapist Profile: Bill Hogan LMFT
Bill was formerly the Program Manager for the Department of Children’s Services where he managed Tampa’s Haven W. Poe Runaway Shelter and...
Sam DiFranco
Jul 11, 20131 min read


Fourth of July
So, while we enjoy our cocktails and cookouts this weekend, remember the negative effects of extreme alcohol consumption. Don’t drink and...
Sam DiFranco
Jul 2, 20131 min read
Binge Drinking
As your teenagers are taking their “much deserved” break this summer, don’t forget the importance of structure. Most teenagers will say...
Sam DiFranco
Jun 21, 20131 min read
School Violence
Even though the school year is coming to a close, we must not forget the impact that school violence has on children of all ages. Check...
Sam DiFranco
May 28, 20131 min read


Children and Discipline Pt. 1
Hope everyone is having a great week! #parenting #children #mentalhealth #counseling #therapy #teaching #counselor #parentingskills...
Sam DiFranco
May 16, 20131 min read
May 2013 Is National Mental Health Awareness Month
Check out this recent newsletter produced by SAMHSA… http://content.govdelivery.com/bulletins/gd/USSAMHSA-793d0d For mental health needs...
Sam DiFranco
May 7, 20131 min read
PARENTING SKILLS
At Star Point Counseling we have a team of therapists committed to helping. One frequent issue that comes up is questions about effective...
Sam DiFranco
Apr 16, 20131 min read


Meet our Executive Business Director
Many of our clients see Sam’s hard work and dedication to making their time at Star Point very relaxed and productive. Sam helps clients...
Sam DiFranco
Apr 4, 20131 min read
Power Struggles in Relationships
Often times couples come to therapy with the notion that their problems can be fixed by the therapist telling them what to do. Sometimes...
Sam DiFranco
Apr 2, 20131 min read
Money Related Stress
Money management is perhaps one of the toughest things for individuals and families to perfect in our economy today. With rates of jobs...
Sam DiFranco
Mar 1, 20132 min read
Bipolar Disorder: What’s your mood?
Bradley Cooper’s new movie, “Silver Linings Playbook,” is a film which sheds light on a disorder that seems to be becoming more prevalent...
Sam DiFranco
Feb 19, 20131 min read
Happy Valentines Day
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. Children get ready to share valentines and candy at their schools, Moms and Dads buy their children...
Sam DiFranco
Feb 13, 20132 min read


What is Counseling Anyway?
What is counseling? Well, several sources can be used to come up with a comprehensive definition for the term. Many believe that...
Sam DiFranco
Jan 22, 20131 min read
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