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Star Point Counseling Center
of Riverview & Lithia Florida
CALL OR TEXT 813-244-1251
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


Working Out Benefits Your Mental Wellness
Many people are aware of the physical benefits of exercise. Regular, daily exercise is can help with many physical health problems such...
Sam DiFranco
Jan 6, 20141 min read
Perfection Can Be Detrimental
I think many of us have at some point tried to “do it all.” Whether it was working and being a parent, or putting together a dinner party...
Sam DiFranco
Jan 3, 20141 min read
Publications that May Help You!
In case some of you didn’t know, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, or SAMHSA, provides many publications on...
Sam DiFranco
Dec 28, 20131 min read


Happy Holidays
For more information on this and other mental health topics visit our website at http://www.affordablecounselingbrandon.com, or see our...
Sam DiFranco
Dec 24, 20131 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


Suffering From Loss?
Counseling is a helpful option when grieving from any type of loss. At Affordable Counseling we are available to help you and loved ones...
Sam DiFranco
Dec 9, 20131 min read


Suicide and the Holiday Season
Have you ever heard that suicide rates are the highest during the holiday season? This is a common idea that we hear about every year....
Sam DiFranco
Dec 4, 20131 min read
Happy Thanksgiving!
At Affordable Counseling Center of Brandon we like to aim for positive goals and to help you feel more fulfilled in your daily life...
Sam DiFranco
Nov 27, 20131 min read
New Staff!
Affordble Counseling Center would like to welcome Carrie Schroeder, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, to the team. Carrie...
Sam DiFranco
Nov 24, 20131 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
SAMHSA’s a Blog
Did you know SAMHSA has a blog? Check out their blog at http://www.mentalhealth.gov/blog/2013/11/continuing-the-conversation.html For...
Sam DiFranco
Nov 9, 20131 min read


The Therapeutic Relationship
#intimacy #counseling #couplescounseling #therapy #counselor #marriage #familytherapy #therapist
Sam DiFranco
Nov 5, 20131 min read
Reader’s Poll
Affordable Counseling would like to know what the readers want to hear about. We are a counseling center and we would be happy to offer...
Sam DiFranco
Oct 28, 20131 min read
Parenting Skills Offered
Affordable Counseling offers help with parenting skills… We teach and demonstrate effective parenting skills and techniques that will...
Sam DiFranco
Oct 25, 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


The Dreaded In-laws.
#Florida #counseling #brandon #marriagecounseling #boundaries #therapy #counselor #tampa #StarPoint #Mentalhealth
Sam DiFranco
Oct 8, 20131 min read
Owner Profile: Sam DiFranco
Sam DiFranco is co-owner and business director at Affordable Counseling Center. He will answer any questions you may have regarding...
Sam DiFranco
Sep 25, 20131 min read
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