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Star Point Counseling Center
of Riverview & Lithia Florida
CALL OR TEXT 813-244-1251
The Stigma of Depression
When it comes to obtaining treatment for medical ailments as benign as the common cold, people don’t think twice about running to the...
Sam DiFranco
Jul 30, 20171 min read
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People go to therapy for a variety of reasons—quite often they have a vague sense “that something isn’t right,” or feelings of sadness or...
Sam DiFranco
Jul 3, 20171 min read
Sending & receiving ~ good vibes
Believe it or not there’s a science behind “good vibes” and ways to draw them into your life. The law of attraction states, in simple...
Sam DiFranco
Aug 27, 20162 min read
Are you in love or in love with the idea of love?
Often times we think we are in love, but in reality we are so caught up with the idea of love and being love that we confuse the two....
Sam DiFranco
Jul 30, 20161 min read
Memorial Day
LEST NOT FORGET! Remember today why we celebrate Memorial Day, Lest not forget those who gave their lives for their country and our...
Sam DiFranco
May 30, 20161 min read
Intrusive Thoughts
Many anxious people have intrusive thoughts, which are frightening thoughts about what might happen to you or someone you care about, or...
Sam DiFranco
Apr 9, 20161 min read
Have you experienced a traumatic event?
If you’ve gone through a traumatic experience, you may be struggling with upsetting emotions, frightening memories, or a sense of...
Sam DiFranco
Feb 27, 20161 min read


What Does Star Point Counseling Offer?
At Star Point Counseling Center we provide counseling services to individuals, couples, families, children, teens, and adults with any...
Sam DiFranco
Oct 7, 20141 min read


5 Categories of Anxiety Symptoms.
Anxiety is a normal reaction to stressful situations. But in some cases, it becomes excessive and can cause sufferers to dread everyday...
Sam DiFranco
Oct 1, 20141 min read


Help Struggling Friends and Family.
What do you do when someone you know is dealing with fear, anxiety, and/or depression? Do you know what to say or do in that type of...
Sam DiFranco
Sep 2, 20142 min read


9 Ways to Reduce Anxiety.
Those with anxiety often feel that they are stuck and are unsure of how to make themselves feel better. But there are many tools and...
Sam DiFranco
Jul 31, 20142 min read
What is a Registered Intern?
In the state of Florida, there are many different levels and types of mental health professionals. As mentioned in our first ever blog...
Sam DiFranco
Jan 13, 20143 min read
The Perfect Gift
Gift giving has become more of an art form in the recent years. People have the added stress of trying to find the most meaningful, most...
Sam DiFranco
Dec 13, 20132 min read


The Truth About Sleeping
Sleep is a definite factor assessed during counseling sessions. Inconsistent sleeping patterns could be a sign of certain mental health...
Sam DiFranco
Nov 24, 20131 min read
Happy Veteran’s Day
To all of those who serve, and those who have served, and their families we would like to say Happy Veterans Day!! We are grateful that...
Sam DiFranco
Nov 11, 20131 min read


Employee Profile: Matt Donovan
Matt Donovan has been working at affordable counseling since we started our practice. Matt is currently pursuing his MA in Rehabilitative...
Sam DiFranco
Oct 22, 20131 min read


Coping With Cancer
http://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatmentsandsideeffects/emotionalsideeffects/emotional-side-effects-landing For more information on...
Sam DiFranco
Oct 13, 20131 min read


How Can Counseling Help You?
Counseling is a resource that can be utilized by anyone having emotional distress. This includes overwhelming stress and/or anxiety, mood...
Sam DiFranco
Aug 15, 20132 min read
Affordable Counseling of Brandon
Affordable Counseling of Brandon is a new counseling center in Brandon Florida that offers quality mental health counseling at an...
Sam DiFranco
Jul 31, 20131 min read
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